Mississippi 3-Day Eviction Notice Overview
Mississippi Is a 3-Day Notice State
Mississippi uses a 3-day notice under Miss. Code 89-7-27.
Mississippi's eviction law is found in Mississippi Code Title 89, Chapter 7 (Landlord and Tenant) and Chapter 8 (Eviction). Mississippi did not adopt the URLTA, so its tenant protections are more limited than many states. The 3-day notice for non-payment allows landlords to move relatively quickly. Eviction cases are filed in Justice Court, which is Mississippi's limited-jurisdiction trial court for civil cases under $3,500.
3 Days
Notice period
$40-$60
Filing fee
Miss.
Governing law
2-4 Wks
Court process
Mississippi's Actual Notice Period
Mississippi requires a 3 days notice under Miss. Code 89-7-27. Using the wrong notice period is one of the most common grounds for dismissal in Justice Court.
3 Days Notice (Miss. Code 89-7-27)
The landlord must deliver a written notice giving the tenant the required time to pay rent or vacate. The notice must state the exact amount of past-due rent. If the tenant pays in full within the notice period, the notice is void and the tenancy continues.
Mississippi Legal Requirements
- Written Notice: Must be in writing under Mississippi law
- Rent Amount: State the exact dollar amount of past-due rent owed
- Notice Period: Allow 3 days for the tenant to pay or vacate
- Property Address: Include the complete rental property address
- Tenant Names: Include all tenants named on the lease agreement
- Proper Service: Use an approved service method under Mississippi law
How to Serve an Eviction Notice in Mississippi
Personal Delivery
Hand the notice directly to the tenant. Use a witness or process server to document delivery
Posting and Mailing
If personal delivery fails, post the notice on the door and mail a copy by certified or first-class mail
Wait the Full Notice Period
Allow the full 3 days to pass. The day of service does not count as day one
File in Justice Court
After the notice period expires without payment, file the eviction complaint with proof of service
Mississippi Eviction Timeline
After the notice period expires, the landlord files in Justice Court. The court issues a summons and schedules a hearing, typically within 7 to 21 days. If the landlord prevails, the court enters a judgment for possession, and the sheriff or constable executes the writ.
Total timeline from initial notice to physical removal is typically 2-4 wks for uncontested cases. Contested cases with defenses, counterclaims, or appeals can add several weeks to the process.
Mississippi Court Fees & Costs
| Fee / Cost | Typical Amount |
|---|---|
| Court Filing Fee | $40-$60 |
| Service of Process | $25 - $75 |
| Writ of Possession | $30 - $75 |
| Attorney Fees (if hired) | $500 - $2,500 |
Sample Mississippi Eviction Notice
Below is a preview of a Mississippi-compliant notice under Miss. Code 89-7-27.
3-DAY NOTICE TO PAY RENT OR QUIT
STATE OF MISSISSIPPI
Pursuant to Miss. Code 89-7-27
TO TENANT(S):
Name: [Tenant Full Name]
PREMISES:
Address: [Address, City, MS ZIP]
RENT DUE:
$[Amount] for [Period]
MISSISSIPPI COMPLIANCE
This notice complies with Miss. Code 89-7-27. Mississippi is a 3-day notice state.