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MS HB927

Bill

Official Source

Status

Failed

3/2/2010

Primary Sponsor

Percy Watson

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Origin

House of Representatives

2010 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Section 25-31-5 of the Mississippi Code to expand funding sources for district attorney staff positions
  • Authorizes district attorneys to employ additional legal assistants or criminal investigators using federal funds, local funds, or funds from any legal source (previously limited to federal funds only)
  • Specifies the number of full-time legal assistants authorized for each of Mississippi's 22 circuit court districts, ranging from 2 to 11 positions depending on the district
  • Allows an additional 2 legal assistants per district if the Legislature appropriates funds or if county boards of supervisors agree to pay all associated costs
  • Effective date: July 1, 2010

Legislative Description

District attorneys; revise funding source for legal assistants and criminal investigators.

Last Action

Died In Committee

3/2/2010

Full Bill Text

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