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MS SB2872
Bill
AI Summary
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Amends Mississippi Code Section 63-11-5 to authorize constables to administer DUI chemical tests for breath, blood, or urine.
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Constables must have reasonable grounds and probable cause to believe a person was driving under the influence of alcohol or other impairing substances.
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Constables administering tests must meet all educational and training requirements prescribed by the Board on Law Enforcement Officers Standards and Training (sheriffs and elected police chiefs are exempt from this requirement).
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No chemical test may be administered within 15 minutes of a person consuming any substance by mouth.
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Effective date is July 1, 2010.
Legislative Description
DUI; authorize constables to administer test.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/2/2010
Full Bill Text
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