Mississippi § 35-7-47 - Special consideration in event of hardship.

Full text of Mississippi Mississippi Code of 1972 Annotated § 35-7-47 — Special consideration in event of hardship., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 35-7-47. Special consideration in event of hardship.

This law recognizes the occurrence of extreme and unusual circumstances which create hardship on veteran applicants from time to time; therefore, the board shall have the authority to waive, according to its best judgment, certain provisions, rules and criteria on a case by case basis. Any request for special consideration of hardship shall be fully documented and verified by the board, to include signed statements by the applicant, knowledgeable disinterested third parties, and investigation by an officer or employee of the board.

Source: official Mississippi text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Mississippi § 35-7-47

What does Mississippi Code of 1972 Annotated § 35-7-47 cover?

Section 35-7-47 ("Special consideration in event of hardship.") 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.

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