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MS SC681

Concurrent Resolution

Status

Passed

4/1/2011

Primary Sponsor

Joey Fillingane

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Origin

Senate

2011 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Recognizes Hinds County Justice Court Judge Clyde R. Chapman of Terry, Mississippi, for completing seven consecutive terms (1983-present) without seeking re-election
  • Judge Chapman served as Senior Justice Court Judge handling civil cases up to $3,500 and criminal cases with penalties up to one year incarceration and $1,000 fines
  • Received the Kenneth L. MacEachern Award (2006) as outstanding non-attorney judge in the United States and served as President of the National Judges Association for two terms, including as the first African-American President
  • Also worked as real estate developer and partner in Chapman & Owens Investments LLC, securing over 360 acres for residential community development with property values ranging from $250,000 to $600,000
  • Extends recognition and best wishes to Judge Chapman and his family for future success

Legislative Description

Recognize Hinds County Justice Court Judge Clyde Chapman for his public service.

Last Action

Enrolled Bill Signed

4/4/2011

Full Bill Text

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