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MS SB2582
Bill
AI Summary
- Amends Section 37-9-71 of Mississippi Code to change the appellate procedure for student discipline cases
- Directs appeals of school board decisions regarding student suspension of more than ten days and expulsion to be filed with the chancery court
- Maintains existing due process protections including right to hearing, legal representation, presentation of evidence, and cross-examination of witnesses
- Requires substantial evidence as the standard of proof in all disciplinary proceedings
- Takes effect July 1, 2018
Legislative Description
Suspension or expulsion of pupils; appeals of school board decisions filed with chancery court.
Last Action
Died In Committee
1/30/2018
Committee Referrals
Education1/15/2018
Full Bill Text
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