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MS SC515

Concurrent Resolution

Status

Passed

3/11/2024

Primary Sponsor

Derrick Simmons

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Origin

Senate

2024 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Mourns the passing of former Mississippi Supreme Court Justice James L. Robertson, who died on December 10, 2023, at age 83
  • Recognizes Robertson's judicial career including his 1983 appointment by Governor William Winter and authorship of nearly 800 opinions during his service on the Mississippi Supreme Court
  • Acknowledges Robertson's contributions to legal scholarship, including articles on the Mississippi Constitution, two published books, and his life membership in the American Law Institute
  • Honors Robertson's additional professional roles as a law professor at the University of Mississippi (1977-1992), private practice attorney, fellow of the American Bar Association, and board member of innocence projects
  • Directs presentation of the resolution to Robertson's family, the Mississippi Supreme Court, The Mississippi Bar, and the Capitol Press Corps

Legislative Description

Mourn the passing and recognize legal career of former Mississippi Supreme Court Justice James L. Robertson.

Last Action

Enrolled Bill Signed

3/11/2024

Committee Referrals

Rules2/14/2024
Rules2/2/2024

Full Bill Text

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