40 Miss. Code. R. 1-5.9

Current through December 10, 2024

Rule 40-1-5.9 - Time for the MDWFP's Response

Within forty-five (45) days after the receipt of a request for a declaratory opinion which complies with the requirements of these rules, the MDWFP shall, in writing:

A. issue a declaratory opinion regarding the specified statute or rule as applied to the specified circumstances;

B. decline to issue a declaratory opinion, stating the reasons for its action; or

C. agree to issue a declaratory opinion by a specified time but not later than ninety (90) days after receipt of the written request.

The forty-five (45) day period shall begin running on the first State of Mississippi business day on or after the request is received by the MDWFP, whichever is sooner.

40 Miss. Code. R. 1-5.9

Miss. Code Ann. §§ 25-43-2.103(2), 49-1-29, and 49-4-4.