Mississippi HB1604 revises provisions for justice court judges, including salary adjustments and suspension rules.
Mississippi HB1604 amends the Mississippi Code to revise provisions for justice court judges. It establishes salary ranges for judges based on county population, ensuring that salaries are not reduced due to population changes. The bill also mandates that suspended judges, including those under indictment for a felony, do not receive salaries. Additionally, it allows for the appointment of substitute judges when a judge is unable to perform duties and provides for additional compensation for such substitutes. The bill further details salary payment schedules and conditions.
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