Mississippi Code Title 93. Domestic Relations § 93-20-408

(1) At a hearing under this article, the respondent may:

(2) Unless excused by the court for good cause, a proposed conservator must attend a hearing under this article.

(3) A hearing under this article must be closed on request of the respondent and a showing of good cause.

(4) Any person may request to participate in a hearing under this article. The court may grant the request, with or without a hearing, on determining that the best interest of the respondent will be served. The court may impose appropriate conditions on the person's participation.