Jackson County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 26, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$161
New civil suit · Circuit Court
E-filing
Required
Through Mississippi Electronic Courts
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Search online
Free public case search

Filing fees

Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$161

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $161, the civil filing fee in Jackson County is about the same as nearby counties (median $161 across 5 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Jackson County Circuit Clerk (Chancery Clerk is a separate office; see notes)
Randy Carney
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Courthouses in Jackson County

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Jackson County Justice Court (Main Office, Pascagoula)

Address
1720 Telephone Road, Pascagoula, 39567
CivilSmall ClaimsEvictionCriminalTraffic

Jackson County Justice Court (West Office, Ocean Springs)

Address
6904 Washington Avenue, Ocean Springs, 39564

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much does it cost to file a civil case in Jackson County?

    The civil filing fee in Jackson County, Mississippi is $161.00 (new civil complaint/petition, MS Circuit Court; statutory clerk fees per Miss. Code Ann. 25-7-13 plus mandated court funds)

  • Can I e-file court documents in Jackson County?

    Yes. E-filing is available through Mississippi Electronic Courts. It is mandatory for attorneys.

  • Is there a free online case search for Jackson County?

    Yes. You can look up cases online at courts.ms.gov.

  • Where do I file court documents in Jackson County?

    Filings go to the Jackson County Circuit Clerk (Chancery Clerk is a separate office; see notes). You can reach the clerk at (228) 769-3040.

Jackson County Circuit Court, MS: (228) 769-3040, Hours & $161 Filing Fee | 1Court