Personal checks shall be accepted from Mississippi residents in payment of any fine imposed as a result of a violation of Chapters 3, 5 and 7 of Title 63, Mississippi Code of 1972. The person accepting a check in payment of such a fine shall not be liable if such check is returned not paid provided he makes reasonable efforts to collect the fine.
Structure Mississippi Code
Title 63 - Motor Vehicles and Traffic Regulations
Chapter 9 - Traffic Violations Procedure
§ 63-9-7. Parties deemed guilty of offenses
§ 63-9-9. Requiring or permitting operation of vehicle in manner contrary to law
§ 63-9-11. Penalties for violations of Chapters 3, 5 or 7; exemption
§ 63-9-12. Payment of fines by personal check; liability for dishonored check
§ 63-9-13. Disposition of fines and forfeitures for violations of Chapters 3, 5 or 7
§ 63-9-19. Compensation of peace officers for services in traffic violation cases
§ 63-9-23. Exclusivity of procedure prescribed in chapter
§ 63-9-27. Posting of guaranteed arrest bond certificate in lieu of cash bail