Greene County - Mississippi - Circuit Clerk

03/07/2026

Mrs. Cecelia Bounds has served as Greene County’s Circuit Clerk for 18 years and has worked in the Circuit Clerk’s Office for a total of 25 years.

Mrs. Bounds and her husband, Danny, have called Avera home since 1992. They are proud parents of two adult children, Brittany Walley and Andrew Bounds, and especially proud grandparents to their grandchildren Gunner, Gracelyn, and Jax.

Public service has long been on Mrs. Bounds’ heart. She began as a deputy clerk in 2000 and later ran for office with encouragement and support from trusted mentors. What started as an opportunity grew into a calling. She says it comes down to “service above self” and giving back to the community that has given so much to her.

Mrs. Bounds believes Greene Countians are tougher, kinder, and more forward-thinking than many outsiders realize. While we are proudly rural, she says our people are capable, resourceful, and full of heart (and grit!)

What she enjoys most about her work is how personal it is. From elections to marriage licenses to court proceedings, she walks alongside citizens in many seasons of life. She also values the chance to encourage those working to turn their lives around, especially individuals recovering from addiction.

Under her leadership, the Circuit Clerk’s Office has been fully digitized at little to no cost to local taxpayers. This has improved public access, strengthened transparency, and protected important records through secure backups. Since 2022, Mrs. Bounds has also served in a leadership role with the Mississippi Circuit Clerk Association and will assume the role of President in July 2026.

Looking ahead, Mrs. Bounds hopes Greene County continues to grow while preserving its small-town charm, creating more opportunities for young families to live and build their futures right here at home.

When she’s not managing court files or election calendars, you might find Mrs. Bounds reading a suspense novel, cooking, working on a project at her family’s small farm, or playing hymns on the piano.

Thank you, Mrs. Bounds, for your leadership and long record of service to Greene County.

02/06/2026

Jurors receiving a summons for February 9 MUST REPORT on Monday, February 9, at 9 a.m.

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02/02/2026

🚨 JURY DUTY SCAM ALERT 🚨

Yes — jury summons are currently out, and jury duty is required by law.
Missing jury duty can have consequences.

BUT — you will NEVER get a phone call demanding payment of a fine.
That is a SCAM.

❌ You will NEVER be called and told to pay a fine
❌ Courts do NOT demand money by phone, text, gift cards, or apps

If you get one of these calls:
👉 Hang up
👉 Don’t send money
👉 Don’t give personal info

If you have questions about a jury summons, call the Circuit Clerk’s Office directly at 6013942379.

📣 Be smart — and tell your mama and them, because scammers are counting on folks to panic.

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01/15/2026

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