Jackson County Divorce Records
Divorce records are the official court records of a marriage dissolution in the Chancery Court system. These documents are considered public records under judicial policy unless a judge specifically orders the file sealed. A divorce record typically includes the names of both parties, the specific case number, and the dates of the original filing and final decree. These records also document essential details, such as alimony, child support arrangements, and property divisions agreed upon during the proceedings.
In Jackson County, the Chancery Clerk maintains these files and provides access to decrees and other related documents through the courthouse terminals or the online MEC portal. For a fee, individuals can request certified copies of their divorce decree for legal or personal use.
County | Court Name | Address | Phone Number | Office Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Jackson County | Jackson County Chancery Court | 3104 Magnolia Street, Pascagoula, MS 39567-4127 | (228) 769-1179 | 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday to Friday |