Mississippi § 63-1-215 - Reciprocity.
Full text of Mississippi Mississippi Code of 1972 Annotated § 63-1-215 — Reciprocity., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 63-1-215. Reciprocity.
Notwithstanding any law to the contrary, a person may drive a commercial motor vehicle in this state if the person has a valid commercial driver’s license issued by: Any state of the United States; Any province or territory of Canada in accordance with the minimum federal standards for the issuance of commercial motor vehicle driver’s licenses; or The Licensia Federal de Conductor issued by the Republic of Mexico, if the person’s license is not suspended, revoked, or canceled and if the person is not disqualified from driving a commercial motor vehicle and is not in violation of an out-of-service order. The commissioner shall give all out-of-state convictions full faith and credit and treat them for sanctioning purposes under this article as if they occurred in this state. The commissioner shall record disqualifications and convictions received from other jurisdictions regarding Mississippi operators.
Frequently Asked Questions About Mississippi § 63-1-215
What does Mississippi Code of 1972 Annotated § 63-1-215 cover?
Section 63-1-215 ("Reciprocity.") 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 § 63-1-215?
A common citation format is "Mississippi Code of 1972 Annotated § 63-1-215" (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 § 63-1-215 apply to my situation?
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