How do I know if my gas service is turned on? Which cable service do I call? What newspapers can I subscribe to? How do I get a Mississippi driver license? Do I really want to get married; if so, what about a license? How much are the taxes? And, what about the schools?
You're adding yourself, and perhaps your family, to this growing County, and you need to know all these things and more. Page down or click on the bullets below and discover how simple it can be to get ready for your move to this Mississippi-friendly county. Also, check out a special report on our schools.
Enforcement is provided by each municipality and the County.
The following are non-emergency phone numbers.
Jackson County Sheriffs Department , 228.769.3063
Gautier Police Department, 228.497.2486
Moss Point Police Department, 228.475.1711
Ocean Springs Police Department, 228.875.2211
Pascagoula Police Department, 228.762.2211
FIRE PROTECTION...
Fire protection is provided by each municipality and a system of volunteer departments within the County. The following are non-emergency phone numbers.
Gautier Fire Department, 228.497.1656
Moss Point Fire Department, 228.475.8848
Ocean Springs Fire Department, 228.875.4063
Pascagoula Fire Department, 228.762.3066
DRIVER LICENSE...
Out-of-state driver's license is valid for 60 days. Newcomers must present current license and social security card to take the written exam at the Mississippi Highway Patrol Office at the Jackson County Fairgrounds in Pascagoula. The cost of the test and new license is $20. The license is valid for four years and expires on the driver’s birthday.
Call, 228.769.3266
AUTOMOBILE TAGS...
Out-of-state auto tags are valid for 30 days. Newcomers from other Mississippi counties can use their current tag until its expiration date. Military personnel who are residents of other states may use their out-of-state tag, unless they establish residence in state, at which time a Mississippi tag must be purchased.
Call, 228.769.3074
VOTER REGISTRATION...
All individuals 18 years or older may register, but voting privilege does not go into effect for 30 days after registering.
Call, 228.769.3040
TAXES...
Residential property tax is due by February 1 without penalty. State residents with homestead exemption are allowed a 10% assessment and an additional credit based on the value of the home.
Call, 228.769.3072
MARRIAGE LICENSE...
Parental consent is required for females and males under the age of 21. A blood test must be taken and application for marriage must be made within 30 days of taking the blood test. There is a 3 day waiting period and a valid drivers license or birth certificate is required at the time of application.
Call 228.769.3040
Resurrection Catholic School (K-8), 228.762.7207 (Pascagoula)
Resurrection Catholic School (9-12), 228.762.3353 (Pascagoula)
St. Alphonsus Catholic School (K-12), 228.871.5419 (Ocean Springs)
St. Peter’s Catholic School (K-6), 228.762.3766 (Pascagoula)
Grace Christian School (K- 2), 228.762.4144 (Pascagoula)
Bethel Academy (K2-8), 228.762.7537 (Pascagoula)
Faith Academy (K-8), 228.475.8513 (Moss Point)
