Tate County Mississippi

Q: How long do I have to renew my license plate?

You have until the 15th day of the following month to renew your plate. (i.e.May is your purchase month, you have until June 1 5th to renew without penalty.)

Q: How do I transfer my title between individuals?

You will need the original title signed by the seller or sellers as shown on the front of the title. The buyer or buyers must be present the first time to apply for a Mississippi title.

Q: How do I retitle my vehicle if I am a new resident?

New residents must retitle their vehicle in the State of Mississippi. If you own your vehicle outright with no lien holder, you will need your title from the other state, your registration from the other state, two (2) proof of residency in Tate County and your out of state license plate. Whoever is listed on the front of the out of state title as owner must appear the first time to apply for a Mississippi title. If you have a lien holder, you will need your registration from the other state, the current full name and address of your lien holder, proof of residency in Tate County and your out of state license plate. If you have a lease vehicle, you will need POA from the Lease Company along with the License plate and registration from the other state.

Q: How long do I have to purchase a license plate for a new or used vehicle purchased from a dealer before penalty applies?

You have seven (7) working days beginning with the next day after purchase. Thereafter, a 5% penalty will apply per month up to 25%.

Q: Can I change my insurance?

Changes to an employee's insurance can only be made during an open enrollment period each year unless there is a qualifying event such as a birth or death, marriage or divorce, change in spouses coverage, or change in job status. Insurance changes must be made within 30 days of the qualifying event.

Q: How do I change my payroll tax deduction?

Employees can make changes to their payroll taxes at any time throughout the year. Forms can be obtained and completed in human resources or you can download and print the most current federal W4 or Mississippi State withholding forms online. Forms must be received in HR the Friday prior to a payday for deductions to be made.