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Miss. Code Ann. § 11-44-1 Legislative findings and intent
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The Legislature finds that innocent persons who have been wrongly convicted of felony crimes and subsequently imprisoned have been uniquely victimized, have distinct problems reentering society, and should be compensated. In light of the particular and substantial horror of being…
Miss. Code Ann. § 11-44-11 Appeal of claim of wrongful conviction and imprisonment decision
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Any party aggrieved by a decision as to a claim brought under this chapter is entitled to appeal the decision as in other civil cases.
Miss. Code Ann. § 11-44-13 Effect of death of claimant prior to filing claim or full payment of compensation
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If a claimant dies prior to the full payment of any claim awarded under this chapter, the remaining payments shall be made to his or her estate or heirs. If any potential claimant dies prior to the filing of a claim, the claim may be filed by and on behalf of his or her estate or…
Miss. Code Ann. § 11-44-15 Release from future claims against the state
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Any claimant who receives compensation under this chapter shall sign a release from all claims against the state regarding the incarceration for which the claimant receives compensation.
