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United States District Court for the Southern District of Mississippi

The United States District Court for the Southern District of Mississippi is a federal court that handles legal disputes within its jurisdiction, which includes the southern part of Mississippi. It has the authority to hear a range of cases, including civil and criminal matters involving federal laws, as well as certain state issues. This court operates under federal law and serves as the trial court level in the federal judicial system. Decisions made here can be appealed to the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals. Its role is crucial in upholding justice and interpreting law in the region.