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Mississippi Divorce Records

For those who are searching for documents for genealogical purposes, divorce records are useful research material as they provide the researcher with a wealth of information especially on the parties involved in the divorce. In the State of Mississippi, the Office of Vital Records as well as the County Chancery Clerk maintains divorce records. The Vital Office charges $15 for each report whereas county fees vary.

For those who are looking for such records, the Office of the Vital Records maintains divorce indexes that range from 1926 – 1938 and 1942 up to the present. The rest of the records are directly available from the County. For certified copies, one must also approach the County Clerk Office as the Vital Records Office can only issue divorce indexes.

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Although the search fee covers a span of a 5-year search of the database, it might not be favorable for those individuals that are not aware of the exact date of the divorce. Hence, one option that they can utilize is to check the internet for a solution. Most government sites and third party search providers offer a free limited search of public records and a nominal fee for complete records. These not only help the requester save time, it also saves them money, as they can view the data and get what they need without having to pay out more.

How To Obtain Mississippi Divorce Records
Those who wish to get hold of the divorce decree from the State can follow the instructions provided below:

  • Visit the Mississippi State Department of Health site.
  • Write a letter request indicating the purpose as well as any information about the divorce.
  • Enclose $15 in money order and/or check for the payment.
  • You can also contact the county where the divorce is granted after receiving a copy of the index if you are interested in obtaining a certified copy of the divorce.

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