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Can I collect age information from participants in Mississippi? What are the requirements?

Based on the documents provided, there are different age requirements and limitations for various situations in Mississippi. To answer your question, we need to know the specific context in which you plan to collect age information from participants. However, we can provide some general information based on the documents.

Age Requirements and Limitations in Mississippi

  • The Mississippi Department of Corrections has established a Youthful Offender Unit at the Central Mississippi Correctional Facility for youth ages 17 and under who are assigned to a Mississippi Department of Corrections prison [1.1].
  • A person under the age of 21 shall not play, be allowed to play, place wagers, or collect winnings, whether personally or through an agent, from any gaming authorized under Mississippi law [2.1].
  • The Mississippi Old Age Security Law provides for a statewide system of old age assistance for aged persons in need [3.2].
  • When any person files or submits documents to the Mississippi Department of Human Services (MDHS) which the filer contends are exempt from disclosure under the Public Records Act or other applicable statute or caselaw, the filer shall provide a redacted copy which may be released immediately upon MDHS receipt of a public records request for said documents. The third party filer must also include with the redacted copy a written statement describing the documents filed and any exemption to disclosure which is claimed, specifically citing any statute or other legal authority in support of such designation [4.1].

Collecting Age Information from Participants

Based on the documents provided, there are no specific requirements or limitations on collecting age information from participants in Mississippi. However, if you plan to file or submit documents to the Mississippi Department of Human Services that contain age information and you believe they are exempt from disclosure, you must provide a redacted copy and a written statement describing the documents filed and any exemption to disclosure which is claimed [4.1].

It is important to note that this response is based on the documents provided and the specific context of your query may require additional research or consultation with legal experts.

Therefore, we recommend seeking legal advice to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.

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