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DeSoto County, MS Arrests, Mugshots & Jail Records

How to Search DeSoto County Arrest Records?

According to Mississippi Crime Statistics, DeSoto County reports approximately 6,500 arrests annually, while the state of Mississippi records about 50,000 arrests each year. Under the Mississippi Public Records Act of 1972, arrest records are classified as public documents, making them accessible to the general public. However, certain records are exempt from public access due to information that could impede an ongoing investigation or if they involve juveniles.

Obtaining arrest records in DeSoto County typically requires a nominal fee of $32. Fees may vary depending on the agency and type of request. While most arrest records are public, access to restricted records is limited to the individual named in the record, law enforcement agencies, legal representatives, and the DeSoTo County District Attorney's Office.

How to Look Up DeSoto Dorado County Arrest Records?

Arrest records in DeSoto County may be accessed through multiple agencies, including local Police Departments, the DeSoto County Sheriff's Office, and the Mississippi Department of Public Safety.

Sheriff Arrest Records

Individuals seeking arrest records from the DeSoto County Sheriff's Office may request them online or in person. To access these records, individuals must complete a Public Record Request Form and pay a nominal processing fee. Requests should include key details such as the arrested individual's full name and date of birth. Completed request forms should be submitted to the DeSoto County Sheriff's Board of Supervisors.

DeSoto County Board of Supervisors

365 Losher Street, Suite 300

Hernando, MS 38632

Police Arrest Records

To obtain an arrest record from a Police Department in DeSoto County, first identify the law enforcement agency responsible for the arrest. Once determined, contact the Department directly to request the record in person or through their official platform. Major local Police Departments in DeSoto County include:

Mississippi Department of Public Safety

Requesters may obtain criminal records from the Mississippi Department of Public Safety through online, mail, or in-person background check applications. To request criminal records, individuals may need to complete a Named-Based Background Check through the Mississippi Department of Public Safety portal. For in-person or mail requests, download and print the Authorization to Release Information form from the Mississippi Department of Public Safety Criminal Information Center platform, then submit the completed form to:

Mississippi Criminal Information Center

3891 HWY 468

WEST PEARL, MS 39208

Criminal Court Records

Individuals seeking arrest records that have resulted in formal charges in DeSoto County may obtain these records through the DeSoto County Circuit Court, where they are maintained by the Circuit Clerk. To obtain criminal court records, visit the Mississippi Electronic Courts (MEC) System. Requesters must register for an account and search for records using details such as case number, party name, or other relevant information. A nominal fee may apply to access certain documents. For in-person requests, Individuals may visit the DeSoto County Circuit Clerk's Office at:

Circuit Court Clerk Office

2535 Highway 51 S

2nd Floor

Hernando, MS 38632

Additionally, third-party websites like InfoTracer offer a fast and convenient way to access DeSoto County arrest records, providing a more comprehensive search for public records.

Arrest Statistics

DeSoto County reports an arrest rate of 3,363.6 per 100,000 residents. Below are the arrest statistics for the county:

Arrest TypeNumber of Arrests
Murder5
Non-Consensual Sex Offenses58
Robbery44
Aggravated Assault261
Burglary215
Motor Vehicle Theft363
Larceny-Theft1,902
Fraud615
Arson5
Driving Under Influence1,625
Drug/Narcotics Violations1,203
Total Number of Arrests6,297

Source: Mississippi Crime Statistics.

Desoto County Jail

Prisons and Jails in Desoto County

NameAddressPhone
DeSoto County MS Juvenile Detention Facility311 West South Street662-469-8552
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