Mississippi · Document Recording
Recording a Deed or Document in Jackson, MS
Jackson (population 143,245) records real-property documents through the Jackson County Chancery Clerk (Land Records Dept.). Below is what it costs, how to submit, and how Jurably can prepare, notarize, and record your document for you — without a trip to the courthouse.
Jackson recording — the essentials
- Recording office
- Jackson County Chancery Clerk (Land Records Dept.)
- Recording fee
- $26.00 (includes indexing, first 5 pages) first / $1.00 per page after page 5 add'l (+$1.00 archive fee included; $10.00 non-conforming surcharge)
- Mailing address
- P.O. Box 998, Pascagoula, MS 39567 (street: 2915 Canty St, Suite R, Pascagoula, MS 39567)
- Phone
- 228-769-3131
- Checks payable to
- Jackson County Chancery Clerk
- Electronic recording
- Available via Simplifile, CSC, ePN
Formatting note: No separate cover sheet mandated; first page must include preparer info, return address, title, grantor/grantee names, legal description per statewide MS requirement
Can you e-record in Jackson?
Yes. Jackson accepts electronic recording through Simplifile, CSC, ePN, so a properly formatted document can be recorded the same or next business day without mailing paper.
How to record a document in Jackson, Mississippi
- Prepare the document so it meets Jackson formatting rules (legal description, grantee address, signature block, and the blank margin the recorder reserves for its stamp).
- Notarize it if the instrument requires acknowledgment — most deeds and affidavits do.
- Submit electronically through Simplifile, CSC, ePN, or by mail to Jackson County Chancery Clerk (Land Records Dept.) at P.O. Box 998, Pascagoula, MS 39567 (street: 2915 Canty St, Suite R, Pascagoula, MS 39567).
- Pay the recording fee ($26.00 (includes indexing, first 5 pages) first / $1.00 per page after page 5 add'l (+$1.00 archive fee included; $10.00 non-conforming surcharge)).
- Receive the recorded instrument back with its book/page or instrument number as proof of record.
Let Jurably record it for you
Skip the courthouse. Upload your signed document to Jurably and we prepare it to Jackson standards, arrange remote online notarization if it is needed, e-record it through the county’s approved network, and return the recorded instrument — usually within a couple of business days. It is a self-help filing service, not legal advice.
Jackson recording — FAQ
How much does it cost to record a document in Jackson?
The Jackson County Chancery Clerk (Land Records Dept.) charges $26.00 (includes indexing, first 5 pages) first / $1.00 per page after page 5 add'l (+$1.00 archive fee included; $10.00 non-conforming surcharge), with checks payable to Jackson County Chancery Clerk. Additional fees may apply for extra pages, indexing, or specific document types.
Can you record documents electronically in Jackson?
Yes. Jackson accepts electronic recording through Simplifile, CSC, ePN, so a properly formatted document can be recorded the same or next business day without mailing paper.
Where do I send documents for recording in Jackson?
Mail recordings to Jackson County Chancery Clerk (Land Records Dept.): P.O. Box 998, Pascagoula, MS 39567 (street: 2915 Canty St, Suite R, Pascagoula, MS 39567) (228-769-3131).
Can Jurably record my document in Jackson for me?
Yes. Upload your signed document, and Jurably prepares it, arranges notarization if it is required, e-records it through the county’s approved network, and returns the recorded instrument to you — so you never have to visit the Jackson recorder in person.
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