Mississippi § 25-1-75 - Duplicate receipt books upon transfer of funds.
Full text of Mississippi Mississippi Code of 1972 Annotated § 25-1-75 — Duplicate receipt books upon transfer of funds., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 25-1-75. Duplicate receipt books upon transfer of funds.
All state boards, commissions, agencies, bureaus, and other departments of the State of Mississippi, and the governing authorities of all counties, municipalities, and other political subdivisions shall maintain duplicate receipt books, showing the date and the amount of money received by said department or political subdivision from any other state department or political subdivision. Upon the distribution of any funds to any state department, agency, or political subdivision of the state, the distributing department or agency shall demand a receipt for said funds. The recipient of said funds shall execute said receipt and give to the disbursing agency or political subdivision the original thereof, and shall retain in a receipt book kept for that purpose a duplicate of said receipt, showing the amount received by said agency or political subdivision. The receipt books provided in this section shall be of permanent type, shall be approved by the state auditor, and shall be a public record available for inspection during office hours by any citizen. Any official, authorized to disburse or receive funds as contemplated hereby, who does not demand a receipt or keep a duplicate receipt as so contemplated shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.
Source: official Mississippi text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Mississippi § 25-1-75
What does Mississippi Code of 1972 Annotated § 25-1-75 cover?
Section 25-1-75 ("Duplicate receipt books upon transfer of funds.") is part of the Mississippi Code of 1972 Annotated, the codified statutory law of Mississippi. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Mississippi § 25-1-75?
A common citation format is "Mississippi Code of 1972 Annotated § 25-1-75" (Mississippi). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Mississippi law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Mississippi official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Mississippi attorney.
How does Mississippi § 25-1-75 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Mississippi can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Mississippi.