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MS HB78

Bill

Status

Failed

2/2/2010

Primary Sponsor

Brad Mayo

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Origin

House of Representatives

2010 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits persons under 18 years of age from riding in any portion of a motor vehicle not designed for passenger transportation, including pickup truck beds and areas without seat belts, while on public roads, streets, or highways in Mississippi.

  • Makes it unlawful for a motor vehicle operator to knowingly permit any person under 18 to ride in non-passenger areas of the vehicle.

  • Violation is a misdemeanor with penalties as provided in Section 63-9-11.

  • Conviction does not appear on the violator's driving record and no state assessment fees apply.

  • Effective July 1, 2010.

Legislative Description

Motor vehicle; provide it is unlawful for person under age 18 to ride in portion not designed for passengers.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/2/2010

Full Bill Text

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