AlcornCourt.us can help you find publicly available marriage record information for Alcorn County, Mississippi. Marriage records in Alcorn County can also be accessed through the issuing authority — the Circuit Clerk's office — in person at the Alcorn County Courthouse, or by mail. The county also maintains an online records portal where users can search indexed records, including marriage records, from the official county database.
Alcorn County Marriage Records Search
In Mississippi, the Circuit Clerk is responsible for issuing marriage licenses and maintaining marriage records at the county level. In Alcorn County, the Circuit Clerk's office — currently headed by Crystal Starling — keeps marriage licenses issued in the county, returned marriage certificates, and historical marriage record indexes. These records are part of the official records collection housed at the Alcorn County Courthouse.
The Alcorn County Online Records portal allows users to search the county's marriage records index remotely. Keep in mind that the online index is a reference tool; the official records are those on file at the courthouse. For older or hard-to-find records, contact the Circuit Clerk's office directly.
Alcorn County Circuit Clerk's Office
The Mississippi State Department of Health, Vital Records office, also maintains statewide marriage records from November 1926 to the present. If you need a state-issued certified copy, you can contact the Mississippi Vital Records office.
Certified Marriage Record Copies and Fees in Alcorn County
Fees for marriage record services in Alcorn County are set by Mississippi statute and the Circuit Clerk's fee schedule. The table below reflects standard fees; confirm current amounts with the Circuit Clerk before submitting a request.
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Marriage license application | $21.00 |
| Certified copy of marriage record (county) | Contact Circuit Clerk for current fee |
| Certified copy from MS Vital Records (state level) | $15.00 |
| Additional certified copies (same order, state level) | $6.00 each |
At the state level, the Mississippi State Department of Health charges $15.00 for the first certified copy and $6.00 for each additional copy ordered at the same time, per their published fee schedule. County-level copy fees may differ; call the Alcorn County Circuit Clerk's office to verify the exact amount before mailing payment.
Processing times vary. In-person requests at the courthouse are typically handled the same day during business hours. Mail requests — whether to the county or the state vital records office — may take several weeks.
Order Marriage Certificates Online or In Person in Alcorn County
There are several ways to obtain a marriage certificate or a copy of a marriage record from Alcorn County:
Online
- Search the Alcorn County Online Records portal to locate marriage record index information. This portal is a search and reference tool; certified copies generally must be ordered directly from the Circuit Clerk's office.
- For a state-level certified copy (marriages from November 1926 forward), you may order online through the Mississippi Vital Records office or their approved third-party vendor. Additional processing and service fees may apply for online orders.
In Person
- Visit the Alcorn County Circuit Clerk's office at the courthouse during regular business hours (Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM).
- Bring a valid government-issued photo ID.
- Provide the full names of both spouses and the approximate date of marriage.
- Pay the applicable fee — ask the clerk about accepted payment methods.
By Mail
To request a marriage record copy by mail from the Alcorn County Circuit Clerk:
- Write a letter or complete any required request form (contact the office to ask if a specific form is needed).
- Include the full names of both spouses, the date of marriage (or approximate date), and your relationship to the record.
- Enclose a copy of your valid photo ID.
- Include payment — check or money order made payable to the Alcorn County Circuit Clerk. Confirm the exact fee before sending.
- Include a self-addressed stamped envelope for return of your copy.
Mail your request to:
For state-level copies, mail requests can be sent to the Mississippi State Department of Health, Vital Records. Visit MS.GOV for current forms and mailing instructions.
If you are unsure which office holds the record you need, start by searching the Alcorn County online records index or calling the Circuit Clerk's office. Older records or records from before statewide registration began may only be available at the county level.