Ethics Commission
Mississippi Ethics Commission
MEC
63/100
Summary
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The Mississippi Ethics Commission enforces ethics, financial disclosure, and lobbying laws for public officials and employees. Members are appointed by the Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Speaker, and Chief Justice.
Independence Scorecard
63/100
Limited
Methodology v0.1
| Appointment | Mixed (multi-branch) |
|---|---|
| Term length | 4 years |
| Removal standard | For cause only |
| Budget independence | Legislative line item |
| Subpoena power | Yes |
| Compel testimony | Yes |
| Records access | Restricted |
| Public reports required | Yes |
| Pre-publication review | None — reports published directly |
Statute
- Name
- Mississippi Code, Title 25, Chapter 4 — Ethics in Government Act
- Citation
- Miss. Code §§ 25-4-1 to 25-4-119
- Full text
- Full text of law →
Jurisdiction scope
Public officials, public employees, and lobbyists