MISSISSIPPI CODE OF 1972
As Amended

SEC. 83-21-47. Discretionary continuances.

The court, in any action, suit, or proceeding in which service is made in the manner provided in sections 83-21-33 to 83-21-51, may, in its discretion, order such postponement as may be necessary to afford the defendant reasonable opportunity to comply with the provisions of section 83-21-45 and to defend such action.

SOURCES: Codes, 1942, Sec. 5705-17; 1958, ch. 450, Sec. 7.


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