HB1443
02/04/2025
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Mississippi
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Legislation
, Abuse/Neglect/Dependency - Children
, Termination of Parental Rights (State) - Children
HB1443: In abuse and TPR (State) cases, the child’s attorney is permitted to serve in a dual role (representing both the child’s wishes and best interests) absent a conflict. The bill would have required the court to make a finding on the record as to whether there’s a conflict of interest, if any party [or the court] raises the issue of a conflict.
Bill Status: Dead
Last action (on 02/04/2025): Died In Committee
