A qualified elector in the county and district in which he/she seeks election. Must be a resident of the county district in which he/she seeks election for two (2) years preceding the day of election.  Miss. Code Ann. 23-15-300.

Political Party Candidates submit a Statement of Intent to the appropriate county party executive committee via the Circuit Clerk. No qualifying fee is paid.

Independent Candidates and Special Election Candidates file a Statement of Intent, and a petition containing signatures of not less than 50 qualified electors of the district to the Circuit Clerk. No qualifying fee is paid.