Leflore County Public Records

How to Find Public Records in Leflore County in 2026

LefloreRecords.org provides access to publicly available information and data related to public records maintained by government agencies in Leflore County, Mississippi. Members of the public may use this resource to locate information that may include court filings, property documents, vital records, and other materials created or held by county and state offices. The availability and completeness of any particular record depends on the maintaining agency, the nature of the document, and applicable state law.

Record categories that may be accessible through official channels include:

Court records (civil, criminal, probate, and family court)
Property deeds, mortgages, and tax assessment records
Vital records such as birth, death, and marriage certificates
Business licenses and permits
Voting and election records
County commission meeting minutes and agendas
Law enforcement incident reports and arrest logs (where permitted)
Land use and zoning documents

Records in Leflore County may be searched through official court resources, the county clerk's office, public access terminals located at government facilities, and online tools maintained by state and county agencies.

Online Access: The Mississippi state government portal provides a centralized directory of state and county agencies, including links to online records databases. Property records and tax assessment data may be accessible through the Leflore County Tax Assessor's online portal. The Mississippi Department of Corrections maintains an inmate records and public records request system for corrections-related documents.

In-Person Requests: Members of the public may visit the Leflore County Circuit Clerk's Office to inspect court records. The office is located at the Leflore County Courthouse, 306 West Market Street, Greenwood, MS 38930. Standard business hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Requestors should present a written or verbal description of the records sought and may be required to complete a request form provided by the office.

Written/Mail Requests: Written requests may be submitted to the Leflore County Circuit Clerk at 306 West Market Street, Greenwood, MS 38930. Requests should include the requestor's full name, contact information, a description of the records sought, and the preferred format for delivery. Under Mississippi Code § 25-61-5, public bodies are required to respond to records requests promptly.

Phone/Email: The Leflore County Circuit Clerk's Office may be reached by telephone at (662) 453-1041. Email contact information is available through the county's official administrative offices.

What Are Public Records in Leflore County?

Public records in Leflore County are defined under Mississippi law as all books, records, papers, accounts, letters, maps, photographs, films, cards, tapes, recordings, or reproductions thereof, and any other documentary materials, regardless of physical form or characteristics, having been used, being in use, or prepared, possessed, or retained for use in the conduct, transaction, or performance of any business, transaction, work, duty, or function of any public body. This definition is established under Mississippi Code § 25-61-3.

The following record types are maintained by specific Leflore County offices:

Record Type	Maintaining Office
Civil and criminal court records	Circuit Clerk's Office
Property deeds and mortgages	Chancery Clerk's Office
Vital records (birth, death, marriage)	MS State Department of Health
Business licenses and permits	County Board of Supervisors
Tax and assessment records	Tax Assessor/Collector
Voting and election records	Circuit Clerk's Office
Meeting minutes and agendas	Board of Supervisors
Law enforcement records	Leflore County Sheriff's Office
Land use and zoning records	County Planning Department

Vital records, including birth, death, and marriage certificates, are maintained at the state level. Members of the public may order birth, death, or marriage records online through the Mississippi State Department of Health's authorized service.

Is Leflore County an Open Records County?

Leflore County operates in full compliance with Mississippi's open records statutes, which mandate public access to government documents. Under the Mississippi Public Records Act, § 25-61-1 et seq., all public records are presumed to be open and accessible to any person unless a specific statutory exemption applies.

As stated by the Mississippi Attorney General's office, "The Mississippi Public Records Act reflects the Legislature's intent that public records be available to the public and that any exemptions to such availability be limited." This principle governs all county agencies in Leflore County, including the Circuit Clerk, Chancery Clerk, Sheriff's Office, and Board of Supervisors.

The Act requires that public bodies make records available for inspection and copying during regular business hours. Leflore County does not maintain a separate county-specific public records ordinance; the state statute serves as the governing authority for all records access requests submitted to county offices.

How Much Does It Cost to Get Public Records in Leflore County?

The fee structure for public records in Leflore County is governed by state law and the policies of the individual maintaining office. Standard fees currently applicable include:

Copies: $0.25 per page for standard paper copies (8.5" x 11")
Certification fees: Vary by document type; certified copies of court records are subject to fees set by the Circuit or Chancery Clerk
Vital records: Birth and death certificates are subject to fees established by the Mississippi State Department of Health; the current fee for a certified birth certificate is $17.00
Electronic records: Fees for electronic copies may differ from paper copy fees and are determined by the maintaining agency
Search fees: Agencies may charge for staff time required to locate records when the search is extensive, subject to limitations under state law

Accepted payment methods at county offices include cash, money order, and personal check made payable to the relevant county office. Credit card acceptance varies by department.

Members of the public who believe fees are excessive may reference Mississippi Code § 25-61-7, which governs the fees that public bodies may charge for records production. Fee waiver provisions are not broadly established under state law, though individual agencies retain discretion in certain circumstances.

Does Leflore County Have Free Public Records?

Free inspection of public records is available in Leflore County. Under state law, members of the public have the right to inspect public records at no charge during regular business hours at the office of the maintaining agency. The right to inspect does not automatically include the right to free copies; fees apply when physical or electronic copies are requested.

The following resources provide free access to certain public records:

Leflore County Courthouse public access terminals: Available during business hours for inspection of court filings and property records
Mississippi sex offender registry: The Mississippi Public Sex Offender Registry is available at no cost to the public and allows searches by name, county, or ZIP code
Inmate records: The Mississippi Department of Corrections provides free online access to inmate search and public records request submissions
Child support case information: The Division of Child Support Enforcement provides case-related information to eligible parties at no charge

Records that are available for free inspection at government offices include meeting minutes, agendas, budgets, and other administrative documents maintained by the Leflore County Board of Supervisors.

Who Can Request Public Records in Leflore County?

Any person may request public records in Leflore County. Under the Mississippi Public Records Act, there is no residency requirement, and requestors are not required to state the purpose of their request for most record types. Non-residents of Mississippi retain the same rights of access as residents under state law.

Requestors are not required to provide identification to inspect most public records, though identification may be required for certain sensitive record types or when requesting certified copies. Individuals requesting their own records, such as personal court filings or vital records, may be required to provide proof of identity to verify eligibility.

Restrictions on access apply to specific record categories. Juvenile records, sealed court records, and records subject to statutory exemptions are not available to the general public regardless of the requestor's identity. Attorneys, law enforcement agencies, and certain licensed professionals may have access to records that are restricted for general public requests, subject to applicable statutes and court orders.

The Mississippi state government portal provides guidance on agency-specific access requirements for various record types maintained at the state level.

What Records Are Confidential in Leflore County?

Certain records maintained by Leflore County agencies are exempt from public disclosure under state and federal law. The Mississippi Public Records Act identifies categories of records that public bodies are not required to disclose. These exemptions are established under Mississippi Code § 25-61-11 and related statutes.

Confidential and exempt records include:

Sealed court records: Records sealed by court order are not accessible to the public
Juvenile records: Records pertaining to minors involved in youth court proceedings are confidential
Ongoing criminal investigation records: Law enforcement records compiled during active investigations are exempt from disclosure
Personal identifying information: Social Security numbers, financial account data, and similar identifiers are protected from disclosure
Medical records: Protected under the federal Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and state law
Adoption records: Sealed by statute and accessible only under specific legal circumstances
Child welfare and protective services records: Maintained as confidential by the Mississippi Department of Human Services
Personnel records: Employee records are exempt with limited exceptions for certain public employee information
Trade secrets and proprietary business information: Submitted to government agencies under confidentiality protections
Security plans and critical infrastructure details: Exempt to protect public safety

The Mississippi State Department of Health background check services page provides information on the handling of sensitive personal data submitted for fingerprint-based background checks, which are processed under strict confidentiality protocols.

As noted in the Mississippi Attorney General's guidance on public records, "The exemptions to the Public Records Act are to be narrowly construed, and the burden is on the public body to demonstrate that a specific exemption applies to the records at issue."

Leflore County Recorder's Office: Contact Information and Hours

Leflore County Chancery Clerk 306 West Market Street, Greenwood, MS 38930 (662) 453-6203 Leflore County Chancery Clerk

Office Hours: Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Closed on state and federal holidays

Leflore County Circuit Clerk 306 West Market Street, Greenwood, MS 38930 (662) 453-1041 Leflore County Circuit Clerk

Office Hours: Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Leflore County Tax Assessor/Collector 306 West Market Street, Greenwood, MS 38930 (662) 453-2856 Leflore County Tax Assessor