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MS HB1359
Bill
Status
Failed
3/2/2010
Primary Sponsor
Henry Espy
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AI Summary
- Authorizes employers to file civil actions seeking temporary restraining orders, preliminary injunctions, and/or permanent injunctions against any person who has committed unlawful conduct against the employer or employees and is reasonably believed likely to carry out further unlawful conduct at the workplace
- Defines "unlawful conduct" to include assault, rape, sexual battery, stalking, cyberstalking, and credible threats of violence, and explicitly excludes acts of self-defense; no arrest or conviction is required to seek relief
- Courts may order respondents to cease all contact, stalking, harassment, and interference with the employer or employees at the workplace, and may require the respondent to pay all costs, filing fees, and reasonable attorney's fees
- Knowing violation of a court order issued under the act constitutes a misdemeanor punishable by up to 6 months in jail, a fine of up to $1,000, or both; orders have statewide validity and are enforceable by law enforcement
- Effective date of July 1, 2010; the act does not restrict constitutionally protected activity or limit parties' rights to pursue other civil or criminal remedies
Legislative Description
Workplace violence; enact certain provisions to prevent.
Last Action
Died In Committee
3/2/2010
Full Bill Text
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