Statement of Policy Regarding Investigative Information

Statement of Policy Regarding Investigative Information. In conformity with the Mississippi Public Records Act of 1983, Miss. Code Ann. §§ 25-61-1 to 25-61-19, as amended, it is the policy of the Division not to offer public comment or to release information concerning any matter or party under investigation except that: A. Information and documents may be supplied to local, state, or federal law enforcement, regulatory, or prosecutorial agencies at the discretion of the Secretary of State. B. Information and documents may be released to the media if deemed to be in the public's best interest at the discretion of the Secretary of State. C. Copies of any administrative proceeding notices or orders issued by the Division or notices, pleadings, briefs, or recommendations issued by the parties or by the administrative hearing officer in connection with an administrative proceeding may be released to the public at the discretion of the Secretary of State. D. Information and documents may be released in order to comply with Chapter 8 of these Rules.