30 Miss. Code. R. 1001-8.2

Current through December 10, 2024

Rule 30-1001-8.2 - Investigative Procedures

Upon the filing of a Complaint with the Board, the Chair shall refer the Complaint to the Chair of the Complaint Committee ("CCC"). The CCC, or such other Board member as may be designated by the CCC, shall undertake an investigation to determine whether the facts as alleged and evidence presented by the Complaint constitute a violation of applicable law, administrative rule, or the code of ethics.

During the next regular meeting of the Board scheduled after the investigation has been completed, the CCC, or such other designated Board member, shall present the Complaint and his/her findings to the Board for its consideration and vote.

A. If the Board determines the Complaint lacks merit and therefore no action is warranted, the Complaint shall be dismissed upon a majority vote of a quorum present. Such action shall be reflected by the Board's minutes, and written notice of the Board's decision shall be sent to the complainant by mail to his/her address as provided by the Complaint.

B. If the Board finds there are reasonable grounds to indicate that a violation has occurred of law or rule and therefore further action upon the Complaint is warranted, the Board shall, by majority vote of a quorum present, initiate the service of a formal Complaint against the respondent and schedule a disciplinary hearing.

30 Miss. Code. R. 1001-8.2

Miss. Code Ann. § 73-36-19(1)(b)

Adopted 7/20/2023