33-7-303 - Power of Governor to declare martial law. - Mississippi Statutes

§ 33-7-303. Power of Governor to declare martial law.
 

The Governor, if he deems it necessary to preserve law and order, may by proclamation declare martial law to be in effect in any county or area in the state. Such proclamation shall be in writing, shall define the limits of such martial law, and specify the forces to be used, and the extent and degree to which martial law may be employed. 
 

Sources: Codes, 1942, § 8519-82; Laws,  1966, ch. 539, § 53, eff from and after June 1, 1966.