In Re: Rules of Discipline for the Mississippi Bar

Summary

The Supreme Court of Mississippi, sitting en banc, grants an amended petition to amend certain provisions of the Rules of Discipline for the Mississippi State Bar. The order states that the amendments set forth in Exhibit A are effective July 1, 2026, and closes the petition. Exhibit A contains the Mississippi State Bar disciplinary rules, including provisions governing jurisdiction, disciplinary agencies, grievances, investigations, and sanctions.

Holdings

1. The amended petition to amend certain Rules of Discipline for the Mississippi State Bar is granted as set forth in Exhibit A.
2. The amendments to the Rules of Discipline adopted through Exhibit A are effective July 1, 2026.

Questions Presented

1. Whether the amended petition to amend certain Rules of Discipline for the Mississippi State Bar should be granted.
2. When the adopted amendments to the Rules of Discipline should become effective.

Disposition

approved