32 Miss. Code. R. 21-4-4.5 - Civil Action

Any party who disagrees with the findings and decision of an impartial hearing officer has a right to bring a civil action with respect to the matter in dispute. The action may be brought in any State court of competent jurisdiction or in a district court of the United States of competent jurisdiction without regard to the amount in controversy.

In any such action, the court

(a) Receives the records related to the impartial due process hearing;

(b) Hears additional evidence at the request of a party; and

(c) Basing its decision on the preponderance of the evidence, grants the relief that the court determines to be appropriate.

Notes

32 Miss. Code. R. 21-4-4.5