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Who to Call in Newton County: Chancery Clerk, Circuit Clerk (voter/court), and Solid-Waste Contacts

Figuring out which office to call is often the hardest part when you're handling paperwork, payments, or basic county questions—especially while supporting someone caught up in the local justice system. Here are the Newton County contacts families ask for most, along with hours and mailing addresses.

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Who to Call in Newton County: Chancery Clerk, Circuit Clerk (voter/court), and Solid-Waste Contacts

At a Glance

  • ✓ Newton County Chancery Clerk (office hours & location): Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–5:00 pm; 92 W Broad St., Decatur, MS 39327
  • ✓ Newton County Chancery Clerk (mail/phone/fax): Chrissie Buffington, P.O. Box 68, Decatur, MS 39327; 601-635-2367; 601-635-3370; Fax: 601-635-3479
  • ✓ Newton County Circuit Clerk (mail-in voter registration address): P.O. Box 447, Decatur, MS 39327
  • ✓ Three Rivers (Newton County solid-waste contact): (601) 635-2517
  • ✓ Three Rivers (customer setup/billing questions): 1-800-253-0831

If your question is about solid-waste fee billing through Three Rivers, you can also use their customer payment portal. They accept Visa, American Express, Mastercard, and Discover.

For county records and many day-to-day county business questions, the Newton County Chancery Clerk is often the right first call. The office is open Monday–Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm and is located at 92 W Broad St., Decatur, MS 39327.

Wondering who keeps the official records? This office plays a big role. As Clerk of the Board of Supervisors, the Chancery Clerk records the board's official minutes. The office also serves as Treasurer - preparing the county claims docket and payrolls for all departments, then writing and signing checks after Board approval. To reach the office by mail or phone: Chrissie Buffington, Chancery Clerk, P.O. Box 68, Decatur, MS 39327. Phone: 601-635-2367 or 601-635-3370. Fax: 601-635-3479.

If you’re mailing in a voter registration form (or sending other paperwork meant for the Circuit Clerk), address it to: Newton County Circuit Clerk, P.O. Box 447, Decatur, MS 39327.

For Newton County solid-waste questions handled through Three Rivers, call (601) 635-2517. Need help with customer setup or billing? Use the toll-free line instead: 1-800-253-0831.

Want to pay quickly or confirm a payment? Three Rivers has a customer payment portal for solid-waste billing. It accepts Visa, American Express, Mastercard, and Discover.

If you need to send correspondence to Three Rivers Planning & Development District, use this mailing address: 75 South Main Street, P.O. Box 690, Pontotoc, MS 38863.

Phone Call Checklist

  • ✓ Your loved one’s full legal name (and any alternate spellings you’ve seen on paperwork)
  • ✓ Any case number, docket number, or court reference number you have
  • ✓ For billing calls: your account number (if you have one) and the name/address on the account
  • ✓ A pen and paper (or notes app) to write down names, dates, and what you’re told
  • ✓ A clear question list so you don’t forget the one thing you really needed
  • ✓ A callback number and mailing address in case they need to follow up by mail

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