Constables

David EasterlingDavid Easterling
Post 1

PO Box 171
Raleigh, MS 39153

Phone: 601-782-4334
Fax: 601-782-5899

 Johnny HancockJohnny Hancock
Post 2

PO Box 171
Raleigh, MS 39153

Phone: 601-782-4334
Fax: 601-782-5899

Constables’ Responsibilities:

The office of constable is filled through election by the district for a four (4) year term. These districts are “single-member election districts” by the board of supervisors. Each district has the same boundaries as the districts established for justice court judges.

Responsibilities and Duties:

  • Attend and participate in a two (2) week training session addressing the nature and scope of responsibilities, including firearm use and safety training
  • “To keep and preserve the peace with his county, by faithfully aiding and assisting in executing the criminal laws of the state.”
  • Attend the justice court of his district
  • Execute all judgments in any criminal case before the court
  • Take the oath of office prescribed by the Mississippi Constitution.
  • Post bond payable in an amount equal to $25,000.00