Guide to filing construction documents in Newton County, Mississippi

Contractors and suppliers working on a project within Newton County should get familiar with the Newton County Chancery Clerk. This is the office that records documents related to the property, including mechanics liens and notices.

This page contains all of the information construction businesses need to file liens and other documents with the Newton County Chancery Clerk, including locations, hours, fees, form downloads, and more..

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The mechanics lien rules in Mississippi can be complex. Before recording a lien in Newton County, read Filing a Lien in Mississippi: A Step-by-Step Guide to make sure you understand the process, and common mistakes.

Download Newton County Chancery Clerk Forms:

Lien FAQs for Newton County

What types of documents can I file at the Newton County Chancery Clerk?

This office records a variety of property-related documents, including:
Mechanics lien
Lien release
UCC lien

Which office records mechanics liens in Newton County, Mississippi?

Filing in person

You can file your Chancery Clerk in person at the Newton County Chancery Clerk, located at:
92 W. Broad Street
Decatur, Mississippi, MS, 39327

Hours of operation:
Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

If you need more information, you can call them at (601) 635-2367.

E-Filing

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Who can file a lien in Newton County?

If you provided labor or materials on a construction project located in Newton County, Mississippi, then your mechanics lien should be filed here. However, every state has specific rules about who has the right to file a lien, including notice requirements and specific deadlines. To make sure you are allowed to file a lien, visit the Mississippi Mechanics Lien Guide & FAQ page.

What is the deadline to file a lien claim in Newton County, Mississippi?

In Mississippi, your deadline to file a mechanics lien is dependent upon your role in the project. In general:
General contractors have 90 days to file a lien after the the last day of furnishing labor or materials. Subcontractors and suppliers have 90 days to file after the last day of furnishing labor or materials.

What are the Newton County Chancery Clerk fees to file a lien?

Here are the costs to file a mechanics lien in Newton County, Mississippi:
First five pages: $26.00 $1.00 each additional page

Recording offices do update their fee structure periodically. We recommend contacting the Newton County Chancery Clerk to verify the recording costs, especially before mailing a document.

How do I release a lien in Newton County once I’ve been paid?

To cancel a lien previously recorded with the Newton County Chancery Clerk, you will need to record a lien release.
Lien release fee:
First five pages: $26.00 $1.00 each additional page.

How do I get copies of documents from the Newton County Chancery Clerk?

In Newton County, filed documents are public record. Copies of mechanics liens and other property documents are available upon request from the Newton County Chancery Clerk.

In person

92 W. Broad Street Decatur, 39327

Electronically

The Newton County Chancery Clerk does not currently have an online resource for requesting document copies

Fees

Certified copy: $1.00 per document