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Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 02 - JUSTIFICATION AND AUTHORITY › Rule 22-19-02-2.6

Current through June 25, 2024
The Executive Director is vested with the authority to adopt
				  regulations to manage any matter pertaining to the marine resources of the
				  state.
MISS. CODE
				  ANN. §§
										49-15-304,
				  49-27-3,
				  49-27-5,
				  and
				  57-15-10.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 03 - GENERAL › Rule 22-19-03-3.1

Current through June 25, 2024
These regulations are effective within and on all state-owned
				  Coastal Preserve Areas (CPAs) under the jurisdiction of the Mississippi
				  Department of Marine Resources (MDMR).
MISS. CODE
				  ANN. §§
										11-46-1 et
				  seq. and 97-17-1 et seq.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 03 - GENERAL › Rule 22-19-03-3.2

Current through June 25, 2024
Users shall be responsible for any loss or damage caused to
				  CPA facilities and natural resources within CPA boundaries. The MDMR reserves
				  the right to pursue any legal means, whether civil and/or criminal, to recover
				  its losses or damages.
MISS. CODE
				  ANN. §§
										11-46-1 et
				  seq. and 97-17-1 et seq.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 03 - GENERAL › Rule 22-19-03-3.3

Current through June 25, 2024
CPAs are open to the public from 1 (one) hour before sunrise
				  to 1 (one) hour after sunset with the exception of the state-owned portions of
				  Deer Island and the state-owned portions of Cat Island, which are open
				  twenty-four (24) hours.
MISS. CODE
				  ANN. §§
										11-46-1 et
				  seq. and 97-17-1 et seq.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 03 - GENERAL › Rule 22-19-03-3.4

Current through June 25, 2024
Any CPA or parts thereof, including Deer Island and Cat
				  Island, may be closed at any time for the protection and safety of the public
				  or for the protection and management of the natural resources. Signs will be
				  posted indicating the site is closed to the public and the public will be
				  notified on the MDMR website and social media outlets.
MISS. CODE
				  ANN. §§
										11-46-1 et
				  seq. and 97-17-1 et seq.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 03 - GENERAL › Rule 22-19-03-3.5

Current through June 25, 2024
The MDMR is not responsible for any accidents or injuries to
				  any persons.
MISS. CODE
				  ANN. §§
										11-46-1 et
				  seq. and 97-17-1 et seq.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 03 - GENERAL › Rule 22-19-03-3.6

Current through June 25, 2024
The MDMR shall not be responsible for any property or article
				  lost, stolen, or damaged on or in any CPA.
MISS. CODE
				  ANN. §§
										11-46-1 et
				  seq. and 97-17-1 et seq.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 04 - CAMPING › Rule 22-19-04-4.1

Current through June 25, 2024
Recreational camping is only allowed on the state-owned sand
				  beach areas of the Deer Island CPA and the Cat Island CPA. Camping may be
				  considered on other CPAs on a case by case basis. If approved, a Letter of
				  Permission will be granted from the MDMR Coastal Preserves Program.
MISS. CODE
				  ANN. §
										49-27-3 et
				  seq.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 04 - CAMPING › Rule 22-19-04-4.2

Current through June 25, 2024
Recreational camping is limited to no more than seven (7)
				  consecutive days without prior written approval, in the form of a Letter of
				  Permission, from the MDMR Coastal Preserves Program.
MISS. CODE
				  ANN. §
										49-27-3 et
				  seq.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 04 - CAMPING › Rule 22-19-04-4.3

Current through June 25, 2024
Camping within three hundred (300) feet of any beach nesting
				  shore bird colonies, bald eagle nests or osprey nests shall be considered
				  harassment of wildlife.
MISS. CODE
				  ANN. §
										49-27-3 et
				  seq.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 04 - CAMPING › Rule 22-19-04-4.4

Current through June 25, 2024
Campfires are permitted on bare sandy areas of the Cat Island
				  and Deer Island CPAs near the water. Fire must be completely extinguished
				  before leaving the area. In seasons of unusual dryness or excessive fire
				  danger, fires may be prohibited on all CPAs. Burn bans will be enforced.
MISS. CODE
				  ANN. §
										49-27-3 et
				  seq.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 04 - CAMPING › Rule 22-19-04-4.5

Current through June 25, 2024
Carving, chopping, or cutting down any live or dead standing
				  vegetation for firewood or other use is prohibited. No wood containing nails,
				  staples or metal of any kind may be used as firewood. Only loose, woody
				  material on the ground may be collected for burning.
MISS. CODE
				  ANN. §
										49-27-3 et
				  seq.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 05 - BOATING › Rule 22-19-05-5.1

Current through June 25, 2024
Boaters must abide by the Mississippi Boating Law of 1960 and
				  the Alcohol Boating Safety Act of 1995.
MISS. CODE
				  ANN. §§
										59-21-1 et
				  seq. and 59-23-1 et seq.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 05 - BOATING › Rule 22-19-05-5.2

Current through June 25, 2024
Live a boards and houseboats are not allowed to be secured or
				  otherwise attached to any lands or structures within CPAs for more than seven
				  (7) consecutive days without prior written approval, in the form of a Letter of
				  Permission, from the MDMR Coastal Preserves Program.
MISS. CODE
				  ANN. §§
										59-21-1 et
				  seq. and 59-23-1 et seq.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 06 - HUNTING, TRAPPING, FISHING AND WILDLIFE › Rule 22-19-06-6.1

Current through June 25, 2024
All persons must abide by all local, state and federal laws,
				  and regulations governing hunting, trapping and fishing promulgated by the
				  Mississippi Department of Marine Resources and the Mississippi Commission on
				  Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks.
MISS. CODE
				  ANN. §§
										49-7-1,
				  49-7-3,
				  49-7-8,
				  49-15-69,
				  49-7-80,
				  and
				  49-7-95.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 06 - HUNTING, TRAPPING, FISHING AND WILDLIFE › Rule 22-19-06-6.2

Current through June 25, 2024
Any CPA property lying within city limits is closed to
				  hunting unless otherwise provided through city ordinance.
MISS. CODE
				  ANN. §§
										49-7-1,
				  49-7-3,
				  49-7-8,
				  49-15-69,
				  49-7-80,
				  and
				  49-7-95.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 06 - HUNTING, TRAPPING, FISHING AND WILDLIFE › Rule 22-19-06-6.3

Current through June 25, 2024
Construction of, or hunting from, any permanent stands or
				  blinds is prohibited. Destroying, defacing, cutting, driving nails or spikes
				  into, or otherwise damaging any standing live tree, natural feature, or plant
				  is prohibited. Portable stands (including tripods and ground blinds) must be
				  removed from the CPA daily. Stands not in compliance with these regulations
				  will be confiscated and disposed of by the MDMR.
Miss. Code
				  §§
										49-7-1,
				  49-7-3,
				  49-7-8,
				  49-15-69,
				  49-7-80,
				  and
				  49-7-95.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 06 - HUNTING, TRAPPING, FISHING AND WILDLIFE › Rule 22-19-06-6.4

Current through June 25, 2024
For safety purposes, no hunting is permitted within six
				  hundred (600) feet of nature trails, roadways, parking lots, residences or
				  other permanent structures, with the exception of archery hunting, with a
				  safety zone of three hundred (300) feet. Discharge of a firearm or bow must be
				  conducted in a manner not reasonably expected to cause the projectile to cross
				  the boundary of the state-owned CPA, parking lot, road, or trail or to impact
				  near any persons or manmade structures.
MISS. CODE
				  ANN. §§
										49-7-1,
				  49-7-3,
				  49-7-8,
				  49-15-69,
				  49-7-80,
				  and
				  49-7-95.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 06 - HUNTING, TRAPPING, FISHING AND WILDLIFE › Rule 22-19-06-6.5

Current through June 25, 2024
Feeders shall not be erected on any CPA. Any feeders found
				  will be confiscated and disposed of by the MDMR.
MISS. CODE
				  ANN. §§
										49-7-1,
				  49-7-3,
				  49-7-8,
				  49-15-69,
				  49-7-80,
				  and
				  49-7-95.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 06 - HUNTING, TRAPPING, FISHING AND WILDLIFE › Rule 22-19-06-6.6

Current through June 25, 2024
Trapping of any kind is not allowed on CPAs unless a Letter
				  of Permission is granted by the MDMR Coastal Preserve Program. A Letter
				  Permission will generally be considered only for invasive species control. A
				  Special Permit, as defined in Title 22, Part 18, is required for research and
				  collecting biological specimens on all CPAs.
MISS. CODE
				  ANN. §§
										49-7-1,
				  49-7-3,
				  49-7-8,
				  49-15-69,
				  49-7-80,
				  and
				  49-7-95.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 06 - HUNTING, TRAPPING, FISHING AND WILDLIFE › Rule 22-19-06-6.7

Current through June 25, 2024
Releasing into the wild any live animal or plant of any kind
				  is prohibited without prior written approval in the form of a Letter of
				  Permission from MDMR Coastal Preserves Program and a permit from the
				  Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks.
MISS. CODE
				  ANN. §§
										49-7-1,
				  49-7-3,
				  49-7-8,
				  49-15-69,
				  49-7-80,
				  and
				  49-7-95.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 06 - HUNTING, TRAPPING, FISHING AND WILDLIFE › Rule 22-19-06-6.8

Current through June 25, 2024
Any person engaging in fishing activities must have a valid
				  Mississippi Fishing License. Any person engaging in hunting actives must have a
				  valid Mississippi Hunting License. Only species that can be lawfully taken with
				  these licenses may be removed from state-owned CPAs.
MISS. CODE
				  ANN. §§
										49-7-1,
				  49-7-3,
				  49-7-8,
				  49-15-69,
				  49-7-80,
				  and
				  49-7-95.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 06 - HUNTING, TRAPPING, FISHING AND WILDLIFE › Rule 22-19-06-6.9

Current through June 25, 2024
Nuisance animals may be hunted in accordance with Title 40,
				  Part 2, Chapter 7 Nuisance Animals.
MISS. CODE
				  ANN. §§
										49-7-1,
				  49-7-3,
				  49-7-8,
				  49-15-69,
				  49-7-80,
				  and
				  49-7-95.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 06 - HUNTING, TRAPPING, FISHING AND WILDLIFE › Rule 22-19-06-6.10

Current through June 25, 2024
Harassment of wildlife, including spotlighting, is
				  prohibited.
MISS. CODE
				  ANN. §§
										49-7-1,
				  49-7-3,
				  49-7-8,
				  49-15-69,
				  49-7-80,
				  and
				  49-7-95.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 06 - HUNTING, TRAPPING, FISHING AND WILDLIFE › Rule 22-19-06-6.11

Current through June 25, 2024
All birds of prey (eagles, hawks, osprey, owls, kites and
				  vultures) and other nongame birds and animals are protected and shall not be
				  captured, hunted, molested, removed, bought or sold. A Letter of Permission for
				  interaction with these species may be granted, if the applicant has been issued
				  the necessary permits from the appropriate state and federal regulatory
				  agencies. A Special Permit, as defined in Title 22, Part 18, is required for
				  research and collecting biological specimens on all CPAs.
MISS. CODE
				  ANN. §§
										49-7-1,
				  49-7-3,
				  49-7-8,
				  49-15-69,
				  49-7-80,
				  and
				  49-7-95.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 07 - COASTAL PRESERVES PROPERTY › Rule 22-19-07-7.1

Current through June 25, 2024
No person shall destroy, cut, break, remove, mutilate,
				  injure, take, or gather in any manner any tree, shrub, plant, rock, or mineral
				  unless authorized by the MDMR. No person shall cut or saw any live or dead
				  trees or their parts, with any type of equipment, power or otherwise, or remove
				  any live or dead trees. Permission to collect plant material will be considered
				  only for research purposes or invasive species control. A Special Permit as
				  defined in Title 22, Part 18, is required for research on all CPAs.
MISS. CODE
				  ANN. §§
										39-7-1 et
				  seq., 49-27-3, 97-15-30, and 97-15-32.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 07 - COASTAL PRESERVES PROPERTY › Rule 22-19-07-7.2

Current through June 25, 2024
No person shall throw, dump, or leave trash of any kind
				  anywhere in the waters, along the roads, on camping sites, beaches, or any
				  other lands or water of a CPA. No person shall throw, cast, lay or discard into
				  or leave any substance, matter or thing, liquid or solid, in the lakes,
				  streams, and water which would pollute such waters in accordance with Title 22,
				  Part 10.
MISS. CODE
				  ANN. §§
										39-7-1 et
				  seq., 49-27-3, 97-15-30, and 97-15-32.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 07 - COASTAL PRESERVES PROPERTY › Rule 22-19-07-7.3

Current through June 25, 2024
No person shall dump any dead wildlife, wildlife parts or
				  waste in an CPA.
MISS. CODE
				  ANN. §§
										39-7-1 et
				  seq., 49-27-3, 97-15-30, and 97-15-32.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 07 - COASTAL PRESERVES PROPERTY › Rule 22-19-07-7.4

Current through June 25, 2024
No person shall in any manner injure, deface, disturb,
				  destroy, disfigure, or remove any part of a building, sign, wall, fence, bench,
				  or other object or structure within the CPA property.
MISS. CODE
				  ANN. §§
										39-7-1 et
				  seq., 49-27-3, 97-15-30, and 97-15-32.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 07 - COASTAL PRESERVES PROPERTY › Rule 22-19-07-7.5

Current through June 25, 2024
Homesteading or otherwise using CPAs for a sole place of
				  residence is prohibited. The act of Homesteading includes but is not limited
				  to: erecting permanent or semipermanent structures. No person shall construct
				  or erect any building or structure on CPA land or water.
MISS. CODE
				  ANN. §§
										39-7-1 et
				  seq., 49-27-3, 97-15-30, and 97-15-32.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 07 - COASTAL PRESERVES PROPERTY › Rule 22-19-07-7.6

Current through June 25, 2024
Dogs are welcome on all CPAs but shall be on a leash at all
				  times and owners shall properly dispose of their animal's waste.
MISS. CODE
				  ANN. §§
										39-7-1 et
				  seq., 49-27-3, 97-15-30, and 97-15-32.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 07 - COASTAL PRESERVES PROPERTY › Rule 22-19-07-7.7

Current through June 25, 2024
Possession of metal detectors is prohibited on all
				  CPA.
MISS. CODE
				  ANN. §§
										39-7-1 et
				  seq., 49-27-3, 97-15-30, and 97-15-32.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 07 - COASTAL PRESERVES PROPERTY › Rule 22-19-07-7.8

Current through June 25, 2024
No person shall attach or post notices, signs, or any other
				  objects or structures. The use of paint, blazes, tacks, or other types of
				  markers is prohibited.
MISS. CODE
				  ANN. §§
										39-7-1 et
				  seq., 49-27-3, 97-15-30, and 97-15-32.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 07 - COASTAL PRESERVES PROPERTY › Rule 22-19-07-7.9

Current through June 25, 2024
No person shall distribute any handbills, circulate, post,
				  place, or erect any bills, notices, papers, advertising devices, signs, or
				  printed matter of any kind.
MISS. CODE
				  ANN. §§
										39-7-1 et
				  seq., 49-27-3, 97-15-30, and 97-15-32.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 07 - COASTAL PRESERVES PROPERTY › Rule 22-19-07-7.10

Current through June 25, 2024
No person shall remove or plant, seeds or vegetation of any
				  kind on CPA except as otherwise provided in this part.
MISS. CODE
				  ANN. §§
										39-7-1 et
				  seq., 49-27-3, 97-15-30, and 97-15-32.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 07 - COASTAL PRESERVES PROPERTY › Rule 22-19-07-7.11

Current through June 25, 2024
Native American sites, old home sites, and other structures,
				  along with objects and artifacts associated with them, are state historical and
				  archaeological resources. No person shall excavate, damage, or remove
				  historical artifacts from state property without a permit from the Mississippi
				  Department of Archives and History, and a Letter of Permission from the
				  MDMR.
MISS. CODE
				  ANN. §§
										39-7-1 et
				  seq., 49-27-3, 97-15-30, and 97-15-32.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 08 - VEHICLE USE › Rule 22-19-08-8.1

Current through June 25, 2024
All motorized vehicles, ATVs (all-terrain vehicles), ORVs
				  (off-road vehicles), motorcycles, personal watercraft, airboats, hovercrafts,
				  vessels and aircraft or aquaplanes are prohibited in the emergent vegetation
				  and surrounding land areas of the CPAs, except those vehicles and vessels
				  operated by the MDMR or as otherwise permitted pursuant to Title 22, Part 19.
				  Operating any vehicle in disregard of the rights and safety of others is
				  prohibited.
MISS. CODE
				  ANN. §
										49-27-1
				  et seq.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 08 - VEHICLE USE › Rule 22-19-08-8.2

Current through June 25, 2024
Both the owner and the operator of any motorized vehicles,
				  ATVs (all-terrain vehicles), ORVs (off-road vehicles), motorcycles, personal
				  watercraft, airboats, hovercrafts, vessels and aircraft or aquaplanes shall be
				  held liable for the injury and/or damages resulting from any motorized vehicles
				  accident and/or misuse of motorized vehicles resulting in damages to others,
				  state property or the wildlife thereof.
MISS. CODE
				  ANN. §
										49-27-1
				  et seq.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 08 - VEHICLE USE › Rule 22-19-08-8.3

Current through June 25, 2024
Any operator of any vehicle motorized or otherwise must
				  comply with all applicable Mississippi laws.
MISS. CODE
				  ANN. §
										49-27-1
				  et seq.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 08 - VEHICLE USE › Rule 22-19-08-8.4

Current through June 25, 2024
No owner or driver shall cause or permit a vehicle to stand
				  anywhere outside of designated parking areas, except to receive and discharge
				  passengers.
MISS. CODE
				  ANN. §
										49-27-1
				  et seq.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 08 - VEHICLE USE › Rule 22-19-08-8.5

Current through June 25, 2024
Blocking any gate, road, trail, or right-of-way is prohibited
				  and vehicle will be towed at the owner's expense.
MISS. CODE
				  ANN. §
										49-27-1
				  et seq.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 08 - VEHICLE USE › Rule 22-19-08-8.6

Current through June 25, 2024
Bicycles are permitted only on designated trails.
MISS. CODE
				  ANN. §
										49-27-1
				  et seq.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 08 - VEHICLE USE › Rule 22-19-08-8.7

Current through June 25, 2024
Electronic Personal Mobility Devices (EPAMDs) shall not be
				  operated at a speed greater than five (5) mph on any path, or trail. Only
				  persons with disabilities shall operate EPAMDs and wheelchairs.
MISS. CODE
				  ANN. §
										49-27-1
				  et seq.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 08 - VEHICLE USE › Rule 22-19-08-8.8

Current through June 25, 2024
Golf carts and Limited Speed Motor Vehicles (LSMVs) shall be
				  used on the Heritage Trail Possum Walk only and operated only by NASA Infinity
				  staff or volunteers. (LSMV is a four-wheeled vehicle whose top speed is twenty
				  (20) mph).
MISS. CODE
				  ANN. §
										49-27-1
				  et seq.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 08 - VEHICLE USE › Rule 22-19-08-8.9

Current through June 25, 2024
The provisions of this chapter shall not apply in the case of
				  an emergency or to any employee conducting the official business of a
				  municipal, county, state, or federal agency, or persons conducting activities
				  pursuant to a contract or sub-grant with a state or federal agency. Exceptions
				  to the provisions in this chapter may be given, in the form of a Letter of
				  Permission from the MDMR Coastal Preserves Program, on a case by case basis for
				  vehicle use directly related to scientific research or other specific
				  uses.
MISS. CODE
				  ANN. §
										49-27-1
				  et seq.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 09 - FIREARMS, FIREWORKS AND EXPLOSIVES › Rule 22-19-09-9.1

Current through June 25, 2024
Any person possessing a valid permit to carry a concealed
				  handgun, as issued by the Mississippi Department of Public Safety - or any
				  state which Mississippi recognizes as having reciprocal requirements for
				  issuing such licenses - may carry a handgun concealed upon his or her person
				  while in or on any CPA.
MISS. CODE
				  ANN. §§
										45-9-101
				  and
				  49-27-1.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 09 - FIREARMS, FIREWORKS AND EXPLOSIVES › Rule 22-19-09-9.2

Current through June 25, 2024
Firearm use is restricted to hunting. No target shooting,
				  practice, or random shooting of any kind are allowed on CPAs. No person shall
				  shoot paintballs, clay pigeons, or any other shooting competitions on
				  CPAs.
MISS. CODE
				  ANN. §§
										45-9-101
				  and
				  49-27-1.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 09 - FIREARMS, FIREWORKS AND EXPLOSIVES › Rule 22-19-09-9.3

Current through June 25, 2024
The possession of any explosive substance, such as dynamite,
				  tannerite, fireworks, or rockets in any CPA is prohibited. Pursuant to Title
				  22, Part 16, any Marine Event within the riparian zone of any CPA, permitted
				  through the Office of Marine Patrol is exempt from this regulation.
MISS. CODE
				  ANN. §§
										45-9-101
				  and
				  49-27-1.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 10 - LETTERS OF PERMISSION › Rule 22-19-10-10.1

Current through June 25, 2024
All activities other than hiking, hunting, fishing, wildlife
				  watching, or exempt camping on Deer Island CPA and Cat Island CPA, require a
				  Letter of Permission issued by MDMR Coastal Preserves Program.
MISS. CODE
				  ANN. §
										49-27-1
				  et seq.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 10 - LETTERS OF PERMISSION › Rule 22-19-10-10.2

Current through June 25, 2024
Activities requiring a Letter of Permission include, but are
				  not limited to, archaeological research, invasive species control, trapping,
				  extended camping, special events, and establishing a geocache. Approval is
				  dependent on an assessment by CPA staff that the activity will have only
				  minimal, temporary, impacts to public safety and the natural resources. A
				  Special Permit, as defined in Title 22, Part 18, is required for research and
				  collecting biological specimens on all CPAs.
MISS. CODE
				  ANN. §
										49-27-1
				  et seq.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 10 - LETTERS OF PERMISSION › Rule 22-19-10-10.3

Current through June 25, 2024
Education, outreach, and special events including but not
				  limited to competitive races, receptions, lectures, benefits, etc. may be
				  authorized, by a Letter of Permission, if impacts are deemed negligible by CPA
				  staff, purpose serves a higher public interest, and all other limitations set
				  forth by this document are addressed and met.
MISS. CODE
				  ANN. §
										49-27-1
				  et seq.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 10 - LETTERS OF PERMISSION › Rule 22-19-10-10.4

Current through June 25, 2024
MDMR retains the authority to revoke a Letter of Permission
				  authorization at any time.
MISS. CODE
				  ANN. §
										49-27-1
				  et seq.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 10 - LETTERS OF PERMISSION › Rule 22-19-10-10.5

Current through June 25, 2024
Letters of Permission shall be issued for a specific activity
				  or group of activities on a specific day or group of days. If an event needs to
				  be rescheduled, a modification to the Letter of Permission will be
				  required.
MISS. CODE
				  ANN. §
										49-27-1
				  et seq.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 11 - PENALTIES › Rule 22-19-11-11.1

Current through June 25, 2024
Any unlawful act under this Part committed by any person,
				  firm, or corporation shall be deemed a violation of the provisions of this Part
				  and shall constitute a misdemeanor
MISS. CODE
				  ANN. §§
										49-15-63 and
				  49-27-1
				  et seq.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 12 - CHAPTERS AND SUBCHAPTERS DECLARED SEPARABLE › Rule 22-19-12-12.1

Current through June 25, 2024
Each chapter and subchapter of Title 22, Part 19 is hereby
				  declared separable, and if any chapter or subchapter or part thereof shall be
				  held invalid or unconstitutional, the balance of said Title 22, Part 19 shall
				  remain in full force and effect.
MISS. CODE
				  ANN. §
										49-15-301.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF STATE-OWNED COASTAL PRESERVE AREAS › Chapter 12 - CHAPTERS AND SUBCHAPTERS DECLARED SEPARABLE › Rule 22-19-12-12.2

Current through June 25, 2024
Violations of more than one chapter or subchapter of this
				  Part or part thereof shall be considered separate offenses and punished as
				  such.
MISS. CODE
				  ANN. §
										49-15-301.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 20 - ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY PROCEDURES › Chapter 01 - General Provisions › Section 22-20-01-100

Current through June 25, 2024
Part 20 provides the procedures for conducting administrative
				  hearings for violations of rules, regulations and statutes within the purview
				  of the Commission on Marine Resources (CMR) and the Department of Marine
				  Resources (DMR). Mississippi Code Section
				  49-15-401
				  (Miss. Leg. 2005, Ch. 422) authorizes the Commission on Marine Resources to
				  "enforce the rules and regulations of the commission and Sections
				  49-15-1
				  through
				  49-15-321,
				  49-27-1
				  through
				  49-27-71,
				  59-21-111,
				  and such other statutes within the jurisdiction of the Commission on Marine
				  Resources". The CMR is authorized in Mississippi Code Section
				  49-15-401,
et seq.,
to impose administrative penalties and to develop
				  procedures to implement the authority granted to the
				  Commission.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 20 - ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY PROCEDURES › Chapter 02 - Definitions › Section 22-20-02-100 - Administrative record

Current through June 25, 2024
"Administrative record" means all documents and records
				  timely filed with the CMR/DMR including pleadings, petitions, motions, and
				  legal arguments in support thereof; all documents or records admitted into
				  evidence or administratively noticed by the hearing officer; all official
				  recordings or written transcripts of hearings conducted; and all orders or
				  decisions issued by the hearing officer, executive director, or the CMR
				  regarding the complaint at issue.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 20 - ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY PROCEDURES › Chapter 02 - Definitions › Section 22-20-02-102 - Complainant

Current through June 25, 2024
"Complainant" means the CMR/DMR, acting through any of its
				  employees that have been authorized to investigate, issue, and prosecute a
				  complaint under Part 20.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 20 - ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY PROCEDURES › Chapter 02 - Definitions › Section 22-20-02-103 - Complaint

Current through June 25, 2024
"Complaint" means a document issued by the DMR that seeks
				  administrative civil penalties as an alternative to judicial civil penalties or
				  prosecution of criminal offenses. "Complaint" does not include a citation
				  issued by a Marine Patrol Officer charging an individual with misdemeanors or
				  other criminal offenses answerable injustice, county or circuit court
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 20 - ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY PROCEDURES › Chapter 02 - Definitions › Section 22-20-02-106 - Default

Current through June 25, 2024
"Default" means the failure of any party to take the steps
				  necessary and required by these regulations to further the hearing towards
				  resolution, resulting in a finding by the hearing officer adverse to the
				  respondent.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 20 - ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY PROCEDURES › Chapter 02 - Definitions › Section 22-20-02-107 - Discovery

Current through June 25, 2024
"Discovery" refers to the process set forth in Chapter 14
				  allowing a party to request and obtain information relevant to the complaint
				  proceedings. The scope of discovery is limited by the express terms of that
				  chapter.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 20 - ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY PROCEDURES › Chapter 02 - Definitions › Section 22-20-02-110 - Informal settlement conference

Current through June 25, 2024
"Informal settlement conference" refers to a meeting between
				  the Executive Director and the respondent to discuss the complaint and the
				  Executive Director's recommendation to the CMR regarding the imposition of an
				  administrative penalty.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 20 - ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY PROCEDURES › Chapter 02 - Definitions › Section 22-20-02-113 - Response/Request for Hearing

Current through June 25, 2024
"Response/Request for Hearing" means a document, responsive
				  to the complaint and signed by the respondent, in which respondent requests a
				  hearing before a hearing officer and admits or denies the allegations of the
				  complaint or asserts affirmative defenses to the action.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 20 - ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY PROCEDURES › Chapter 03 - Right to Representation › Section 22-20-03-100

Current through June 25, 2024
A party may appear in person or through a representative, who
				  is not required to be an attorney at law. The right to representation is at the
				  party's own expense. Following notification that a party is represented by a
				  person other than him or herself, all further communications regarding the
				  proceedings shall be directed to that representative.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 20 - ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY PROCEDURES › Chapter 03 - Right to Representation › Section 22-20-03-101

Current through June 25, 2024
A representative of a party shall be deemed to control all
				  matters respecting the interest of such party in the proceeding. Persons who
				  appear as representatives shall not engage in unethical conduct or
				  intentionally fail to observe the procedures set forth in these rules and the
				  proper instructions or orders of the hearing officer.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 20 - ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY PROCEDURES › Chapter 04 - Time Limits; Computation of Time › Section 22-20-04-100

Current through June 25, 2024
All actions required pursuant to these rules shall be
				  completed within the times specified, unless extended by the hearing officer
				  upon a showing of good cause. Requests for extensions of time for the filing of
				  any pleading, letter, document, or other writing or completing any other
				  required action must be received in advance of the date on which the filing or
				  action is due and should contain sufficient facts to establish a reasonable
				  basis for the relief requested.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 20 - ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY PROCEDURES › Chapter 04 - Time Limits; Computation of Time › Section 22-20-04-101

Current through June 25, 2024
In computing the time within which a right may be exercised,
				  or an act is to be performed, the day of the event from which the designated
				  period runs shall not be included and the last day shall be included. If the
				  last day falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or a state holiday; time shall be
				  extended to the next work day of the DMR.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 20 - ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY PROCEDURES › Chapter 04 - Time Limits; Computation of Time › Section 22-20-04-102

Current through June 25, 2024
Papers delivered to or received by the hearing officer during
				  regular business hours (8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) will be filed on that date. Papers
				  delivered or received at times other than regular business hours will be filed
				  on the next regular business day.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 20 - ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY PROCEDURES › Chapter 05 - Service, Notice and Posting › Section 22-20-05-100

Current through June 25, 2024
Except as otherwise provided in Part 20, the original of
				  every pleading, petition, letter, document, or other writing served in a
				  proceeding under these rules shall be filed with the CMR and the Hearing
				  Officer by submitting them to the Administrative Office of the DMR.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 20 - ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY PROCEDURES › Chapter 05 - Service, Notice and Posting › Section 22-20-05-101

Current through June 25, 2024
The complaint and all accompanying information shall be
				  served on the respondent by any method provided by the Mississippi Rules of
				  Civil Procedure. No additional service is required for citation issued by a
				  Marine Patrol Officer.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 20 - ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY PROCEDURES › Chapter 05 - Service, Notice and Posting › Section 22-20-05-102

Current through June 25, 2024
Unless otherwise required, service of any documents in the
				  proceedings may be made by personal delivery; by United States first-class or
				  interoffice mail, by overnight delivery, or by fax.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 20 - ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY PROCEDURES › Chapter 06 - Complaint › Section 22-20-06-101

Current through June 25, 2024
All allegations or charges shall be made in writing and
				  signed by the DMR Office Director or Marine Patrol Officer alleging that a
				  violation has occurred that warrants the initiation of administrative
				  penalties.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 20 - ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY PROCEDURES › Chapter 06 - Complaint › Section 22-20-06-102

Current through June 25, 2024
The CMR shall not consider complaints filed by third parties.
				  Individuals with allegations or knowledge of violations are encouraged to
				  submit their information to the DMR for evaluation. If the staff of the DMR
				  determines that there is substance to the allegations and evidence to support
				  charging an alleged violator, the DMR shall prepare and sign a complaint.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 20 - ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY PROCEDURES › Chapter 06 - Complaint › Section 22-20-06-103

Current through June 25, 2024
Marine Patrol Officers may issue citations that, except for
				  service, shall be processed as complaints seeking administrative penalties.
				  Citations issued by Marine Patrol Officers and filed in Justice of County Court
				  may be voluntarily dismissed prior to the entry of any judicial decision on the
				  underlying facts and, thereafter, refilled and processed as administrative
				  complaints in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 06 Section 104 below.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 20 - ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY PROCEDURES › Chapter 06 - Complaint › Section 22-20-06-104

Current through June 25, 2024
Following the submission of a complaint, the Executive
				  Director of the DMR shall within thirty (30) days review the complaint and,
				  except for citations issued by Marine Patrol Officers initially seeking
				  administrative penalties, cause the complaint to be served on the respondent.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 20 - ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY PROCEDURES › Chapter 06 - Complaint › Section 22-20-06-105

Current through June 25, 2024
The Executive Director shall cause a copy of the complaint
				  and any supporting documents to be served on the respondent by any means
				  allowed by the Mississippi Rules of Civil Procedure and shall direct the
				  respondent to respond to the allegations within 30 days of the receipt of the
				  complaint.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 20 - ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY PROCEDURES › Chapter 06 - Complaint › Section 22-20-06-106

Current through June 25, 2024
Following receipt of the response or thirty (30) days after
				  service of the complaint or citation, the Executive Director shall evaluate the
				  complaint or citation for the purpose of making a recommendation to the CMR.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 20 - ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY PROCEDURES › Chapter 06 - Complaint › Section 22-20-06-107

Current through June 25, 2024
If the Executive Director determines that the complaint lacks
				  merit, the Executive Director may recommend to the CMR that the complaint be
				  dismissed. If the Executive Director determines that the complaint has merit,
				  the Executive Director may recommend a fine not to exceed Ten Thousand Dollars
				  ($10,000.00) for each violation committed by the respondent.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 20 - ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY PROCEDURES › Chapter 06 - Complaint › Section 22-20-06-110

Current through June 25, 2024
Upon receipt of a request for an informal settlement
				  conference the Executive Director shall schedule a meeting with the respondent
				  to discuss the complaint and the Executive Director's
				  recommendation.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 20 - ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY PROCEDURES › Chapter 07 - Request for Hearing › Section 22-20-07-100

Current through June 25, 2024
The respondent may request a hearing before the CMR. A
				  request for a hearing before the CMR shall be submitted within twenty (20) days
				  of the respondent's receipt of the Executive Director's initial recommendation
				  to the CMR.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 20 - ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY PROCEDURES › Chapter 07 - Request for Hearing › Section 22-20-07-102

Current through June 25, 2024
Within forty (40) days of receipt of a request from a
				  respondent for a hearing before the CMR, the CMR shall schedule a hearing on
				  the complaint.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 20 - ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY PROCEDURES › Chapter 07 - Request for Hearing › Section 22-20-07-103

Current through June 25, 2024
Notice of the hearing shall be sent by the Executive Director
				  to the respondent by certified mail at least fifteen (15) days prior to the
				  date of the scheduled hearing.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 22 - MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES › Part 20 - ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY PROCEDURES › Chapter 07 - Request for Hearing › Section 22-20-07-105

Current through June 25, 2024
The CMR may set the hearing before one or more members of the
				  commission or designate a representative of the Attorney General's Office (AGO)
				  to preside over the hearing and render a finding and recommendation to the full
				  commission. If the CMR appoints one or more commissioners or a representative
				  from the AGO to serve as a hearing officer, they may grant continuances of
				  scheduled hearings.