Union County, Mississippi Public Records
In Union County, Mississippi, use the Chancery Clerk for land records, the Tax Assessor and Collector for property and taxes, the Circuit Clerk for filings, and vital records.
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Where To Start
- Start with the Chancery Clerk for deeds, mortgages, liens, and plats; search grantor/grantee indexes or request copies by book and page.
- Check the Tax Assessor for parcel ownership, legal descriptions, maps, and assessed values using Parcel ID or situs address.
- Use the Tax Collector to verify tax bill balances, delinquency status, and payment receipts by Parcel ID or owner name.
- Search the Circuit Clerk for marriage records and civil filings by party name or case number; request certified copies if needed.
- Confirm birth and death certificate availability through Mississippi Vital Records; counties direct certificate requests to the state.
Record Routing
- Deeds and Liens → Chancery Clerk
- Probate and Estates → Chancery Clerk
- Marriage Records → Circuit Clerk
- Property Assessment → Tax Assessor
- Property Tax Payments → Tax Collector
Common Search Inputs
- Grantor/Grantee Name
- Book and Page
- Instrument Number
- Parcel ID (PIN)
- Situs Address
- Case Number or Party Name
Source Map
| Source / Office | Best For | Search Method | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|---|
| Union County Chancery Clerk | Land records (deeds, deeds of trust, liens), plats, probate records | Grantor/grantee index, book/page, instrument number; in person or any provided index | In Mississippi, the Chancery Clerk is the county land recorder and probate clerk. |
| Union County Circuit Clerk | Marriage licenses and circuit court civil filings | Party name or case number; docket index; certified copy requests | Mississippi Circuit Clerks issue marriage licenses and maintain circuit court records. |
| Union County Tax Assessor | Parcel ownership, legal description, assessed value, mapping references | Parcel ID, situs address, or owner name; property card or map lookup | County appraisal and mapping for taxation are handled by the Tax Assessor. |
| Union County Tax Collector | Property tax bills, payment history, delinquent status | Parcel ID or owner name; tax roll and receipt lookup | The Tax Collector bills and collects county property taxes and maintains payment records. |
| Mississippi Vital Records | Certified birth and death certificates | Registrant name and date; application to the state office | Birth and death certificates are issued at the state level, not by counties. |
Union County FAQs
How do I obtain a certified copy of a deed in Union County, MS?
Provide the Chancery Clerk with the grantor/grantee name and book/page or instrument number; request in person or by mail if offered; statutory copy fees apply.
Which office handles parcel ownership and assessments in Union County?
The Union County Tax Assessor maintains ownership, legal descriptions, maps, and assessed values; search by Parcel ID or situs address.
Where can I get marriage records for Union County?
Request marriage records from the Union County Circuit Clerk using both parties’ names and the date of marriage; certified copies are available on request.
Are birth and death certificates available from Union County offices?
No. Certified birth and death certificates are issued by Mississippi Vital Records; county offices will refer you to the state.