Mississippi CLE - Constitutional Law Courses
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Mississippi CLE
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Putting It All Together: Practice in Integrated Domestic Violence Parts of the Unified Court System
This CLE program provides attorneys with a hands-on introduction to litigating matters in Integrated Domestic Violence (IDV) Parts, where related criminal, family, and matrimonial cases are consolidated before a single judge. Participants will examine how the IDV model operates in practice, including court organization, applicable procedural rules, and the unique jurisdictional and ethical issues that arise in these forums. The course also explores key practice areas such as orders of pr... More Info
$291General Credit -
Injustice on Trial: The Scottsboro Boys and the Struggle Against Jim Crow
During the economic despair of the 1930s, when countless Americans crisscrossed the country on freight trains searching for work, nine young Black men were pulled into one of the most notorious miscarriages of justice in U.S. history. Accused of a crime that never happened, the “Scottsboro Boys” were swept into a legal system steeped in racial prejudice and fear. Their case, born in the Jim Crow South, would capture international attention and eventually reshape American law. This CLE c... More Info
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Service, Therapy, Emotional Support, and Courtroom Animals: Laws, Practices, and Policies
Animals assist people in many different ways, yet the legal landscape governing their use is far from uniform. Service animals, therapy animals, emotional support animals, and animals used in courtroom settings each serve unique roles—and each is subject to its own set of rules, requirements, and expectations. This CLE program offers a clear and practical exploration of these categories, outlining how they differ in purpose, training, and legal status. Participants will examine the fede... More Info
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Constitutional Law: The Consent Search
When is a search truly consensual? This CLE course takes a deep dive into one of the most nuanced areas of constitutional law—searches conducted with consent. Rather than focusing solely on theory, the program connects the legal standards to their practical use in real-world scenarios. Attendees will examine how courts interpret voluntary consent under the Fourth Amendment, with an emphasis on how procedural requirements and landmark case law shape current practice. From traffic stops t... More Info
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Bad Bets: Examining the Recent Crisis in Sports Betting Integrity & Professional Sports
For much of the last century, professional sports operated under a constant shadow: the fear that athletes or insiders could influence the outcome of games. The 1919 Black Sox scandal left such a lasting mark that it shaped league governance and the creation of the Commissioner system for generations. That landscape shifted in 2018, when the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Murphy v. NCAA struck down the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act (PASPA). Within months, states began... More Info
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Introduction to Special Education Law
This CLE program provides an overview of the legal framework governing special education practice. Attendees will examine the core requirements of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, with particular emphasis on their application under New York State Education Law and Part 200 of the Commissioner’s Regulations. The course also highlights significant case law shaping special education rights and obligations. Through a practica... More Info
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Navigating the Policy Process: A Legal Approach to Legislative Advocacy
Attorneys are often asked to interpret and influence legislation on behalf of a wide range of clients—from corporations and advocacy organizations to government bodies. To serve these clients effectively, lawyers must be adept at both understanding legislative processes and communicating complex policy information clearly and persuasively. This CLE course offers a practical framework for building those skills. Participants will learn how to locate and evaluate legislative materials, mon... More Info
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Fundamentals of Special Education Law: Rights, Responsibilities, and Procedures
Understanding the legal framework that protects students with disabilities is essential for any attorney advising families, educators, or school districts. This CLE program introduces the fundamentals of special education law, focusing on the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Participants will explore how these two laws interact, where they differ, and what they require from schools in providing a free appropriate public educa... More Info
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Behind Bars, Before the Bench: How Incarcerated Defendants Navigate the Legal System
This CLE program examines the unique challenges faced by individuals who must navigate the criminal justice system while incarcerated. The course will explore how charges are processed, the role and impact of bail, and the key differences between jails and prisons from a legal standpoint. Attendees will learn how detained defendants are transported to court, how they gain access to legal resources, and how attorney-client meetings are conducted behind bars. The session also raises an im... More Info
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Beyond Hearsay: Pennsylvania Supreme Court’s New Standard for Preliminary Hearings
For years, Pennsylvania practitioners have grappled with a murky standard for preliminary hearings, uncertain about just how much evidence was needed to proceed. That ambiguity has now ended. In a decisive opinion, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court has settled the debate, holding that hearsay alone cannot satisfy the burden of proof at this stage of a criminal case. This CLE program will walk participants through the case’s background, the Court’s analysis, and the decision’s impact on da... More Info
$291General Credit
