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University Police Department

Mississippi State University Police Department is devoted to protecting and serving the people and facilities of Mississippi State University.

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County
Lafayette County
County seat
Oxford
Population
4,480
Lafayette County population
55,813
Local records
Lafayette County offices
ZIP codes
38677

About University public records

University is located in Lafayette County, Mississippi. Law enforcement in University is served by University Police Department and Lafayette County Sheriff's Office. Birth, death, marriage, and divorce certificates for University residents are issued through the Mississippi State Department of Health (Vital Records), with local copies often available through the Lafayette County Clerk's office.

Voters in University, Mississippi participate in elections administered by the Lafayette County Circuit Clerk and the Lafayette County Election Commission, both located at the Lafayette County Courthouse, 300 North Lamar Boulevard, Oxford, MS 38655, phone (662) 234-5747.

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How do I look up property records in University, Mississippi?

Property records for University, Mississippi are maintained by the Lafayette Tax Assessor's Office and the Lafayette County Chancery Clerk. The Assessor's Office is responsible for discovering, listing, and valuing all taxable property within Lafayette County, including parcels in University. Records available include property ownership, assessed values, legal descriptions, parcel maps, and tax history. The Lafayette County Chancery Clerk maintains recorded documents including deeds, mortgages, liens, and easements. Many Mississippi counties provide online property record searches through their county websites. The Lafayette County Treasurer handles property tax payments and tax sale information.

How do I get a birth or death certificate in University, Mississippi?

Birth, death, and marriage records for University, Mississippi residents are available through both county and state offices. The Mississippi State Department of Health, Vital Records, located in Jackson, maintains statewide vital records and can issue certified copies of birth and death certificates for events occurring anywhere in Mississippi. Orders can be placed online, by mail, or in person. Locally, the Lafayette County Clerk's office issues marriage licenses and maintains marriage records for Lafayette County. Birth and death certificates may also be available through local vital records offices. Requestors typically need to provide valid photo identification and proof of their relationship to the person named on the record. Processing times and fees vary by office and record type.

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