Marriage records in DeSoto County, Mississippi, can be accessed through several channels. DeSotoCourt.us can help you find publicly available marriage record information for the county. You can also request records directly from the DeSoto County Chancery Clerk's office, which serves as the issuing authority for marriage licenses and maintains recorded marriage documents. Records are available in person at the clerk's office in Hernando, by mail, or through the county's online records portal.
DeSoto County Marriage Records Search
In Mississippi, the Circuit Clerk's office issues marriage licenses, while the DeSoto County Chancery Clerk records and maintains land records and other documents filed in the county, including marriage-related instruments. The Circuit Clerk handles the issuance of marriage licenses and retains those records as part of its court records functions.
The DeSoto County Chancery Clerk's office has spent over two decades digitizing documents recorded in its office, and many of these records are searchable through the county's public records search portal. Marriage licenses issued by the Circuit Clerk can be requested from that office directly. Historical marriage records for the county date back to the mid-1800s, though availability of older records may vary.
DeSoto County Circuit Clerk's Office
DeSoto County Chancery Clerk's Office
Contact the Circuit Clerk's office to confirm current office hours before visiting, as hours may change for holidays or administrative closures.
Certified Marriage Record Copies and Fees in DeSoto County
Fees for marriage record copies in DeSoto County are set by Mississippi statute and local fee schedules. The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) Vital Records office also maintains statewide marriage records from November 1926 to the present and charges its own fees for certified copies.
| Service | Fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Certified copy of marriage record (state level, MSDH) | $15.00 | Mississippi State Department of Health |
| Additional certified copy (same order, MSDH) | $5.00 | Mississippi State Department of Health |
| County-level certified copy (Circuit Clerk) | Contact office for current fee | DeSoto County Circuit Clerk |
| Search fee (county level) | Contact office for current fee | DeSoto County Circuit Clerk |
Processing times at the state level typically range from several weeks for standard mail requests. County-level requests handled in person are often processed the same day or within a few business days. Contact the Circuit Clerk's office directly to confirm current county fees, as these may be updated periodically.
Order Marriage Certificates Online or In Person in DeSoto County
There are three main ways to obtain a marriage certificate in DeSoto County:
Online
- The Mississippi State Department of Health offers online ordering for vital records, including marriage certificates for marriages recorded from November 1926 forward. Visit the MSDH Vital Records website to place an order through their approved vendor.
- For county-level recorded documents, the DeSoto County Chancery Clerk provides an online records search that may include marriage-related documents recorded in the Chancery Clerk's office.
In Person
- Visit the DeSoto County Circuit Clerk's office at 2535 Highway 51 S, 2nd Floor, Hernando, MS 38632.
- Bring a valid government-issued photo ID.
- Provide the full names of both spouses and the approximate date of the marriage.
- Pay the applicable fee (cash or check — call ahead to confirm accepted payment methods).
By Mail
To request a marriage record copy by mail from the county:
- Write a letter including the full names of both spouses, the date of marriage (or approximate date), your relationship to the individuals named, and your reason for the request.
- Include a copy of your valid photo ID.
- Enclose a check or money order for the applicable fee, payable to the DeSoto County Circuit Clerk.
- Include a self-addressed stamped envelope.
- Mail your request to:
For statewide records, you may also mail requests to the Mississippi State Department of Health, Vital Records office, in Jackson, MS. Allow additional processing time for mail requests at either level. If you need help locating marriage record information, DeSotoCourt.us provides tools to search for publicly available records in DeSoto County.