An employee may be granted a continuous leave of absence without pay not to exceed (12) months without forfeiting previously accumulated continuous employment. If an employee wishes to continue with the insurance coverage while on leave, a reimbursement arrangement must be made prior to starting leave. Any absence from work not otherwise authorized or approved under the Leave Policies of MSPA shall be considered Leave without Pay. Leave of absence without pay for any employee shall not exceed six (6) days in a six month period. Excessive leave without pay shall be considered grounds for dismissal.
28 Miss. Code. R. 305-4.7