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July 18, 2014

Legislative criminal reforms face skepticism

State criminal law viewed with skepticism A new Mississippi law either places stricter sentencing on felons or makes it easier to avoid becoming one, depending on who you ask. Approved by Gov. Bryant on March 31, House Bill 585 mandates several changes to criminal law, including establishing “true minimums” for sentencing — violent criminals must…
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July 18, 2014

Pickering speaks in Magee, says Auditor’s office has recovered over $20 million

State Auditor visits Magee State Auditor Stacey Pickering said that fraud in governmental office is typically the result of greed. Pickering was the guest speaker at the Magee Lions Club on Monday. He told the group that since becoming State Auditor in 2008, his office has been responsible for recovering over $20 million in embezzled,…