Mississippi § 43-9-13 - Investigation of applications.

Full text of Mississippi Mississippi Code of 1972 Annotated § 43-9-13 — Investigation of applications., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 43-9-13. Investigation of applications.

Whenever a county welfare agent receives an application for assistance under this chapter, an investigation and record shall promptly be made of the circumstances of the applicant to ascertain the facts supporting the application made under this chapter and such other information as may be required by the rules of the state board. The county department and the state department shall have the power to conduct examinations, subpoena witnesses, require the attendance of witnesses, and the production of books, records and papers, and make application to the circuit court of the county to compel the attendance of witnesses and the production of such books, records and papers. The county board and such officers and employees as are designated by the state commissioner may also administer oaths and affirmations.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Mississippi § 43-9-13

What does Mississippi Code of 1972 Annotated § 43-9-13 cover?

Section 43-9-13 ("Investigation of applications.") 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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