Can you explain Homestead Exemption

Homestead Exemptions
l Regular Homestead for Homeowners under Sixty-Five (65) Years of Age
Homeowners that are under sixty-five (65) years of age on January
1 of the year for which the exemption is claimed, and not totally
disabled shall be exempt from ad valorem taxes in the amount prescribed in MS Code §27-33-7. The amount of the exemption given
is determined by a sliding scale based upon the assessed value of
the property, which is capped at a maximum exemption of $300.
One-half (1/2) of the exemption allowed shall be from
taxes levied for school district purposes and one-half
shall be from taxies levied for the county general fund.

What are the requirements to obtain a marriage license?

Applicants must obtain a marriage license

  • Marriage Licenses are issued by Appointment Only.  Call the Circuit Clerks Office  at (601) 636-3961 to Schedule an appointment and for instructions
  • Both bride and groom must appear together
  • Present valid ID of both (each must be at least 21 years)
    • birth certificate or drivers license
  • If under 21 , a parent(s) must sign or a court order may be required
  • Payment of Filing Fee –  See Schedule of Fees
  • Confirm any recent divorce is finalized (by a signed order)

Can you tell me about absentee voting requirements?

Some registered voters are eligible to vote absentee because of age, health or work demands, or their affiliation with the U.S. armed forces. For example, voters who will be outside their county of residence on election day are entitled to vote by absentee ballot. Please check with your Circuit to determine if you are entitled to vote absentee and to learn the procedures for doing so.

Absentee voting deadlines come early to help assure your ballot is counted. If you know you will vote absentee, contact your Circuit 601-636-3961, at least two weeks before the election.