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MS SB2901
Bill
AI Summary
- Authorizes a chancery judge to assess the costs of confinement against a parent jailed for contempt of court due to failure to pay child support
- Allowable costs may include, but are not limited to, food, medical attention, and staff expenses incurred during the parent's jail stay
- Any confinement costs assessed under this provision are subordinate to the parent's existing child support obligation, meaning child support payments take priority
- Introduced by Senator Gollott during the Mississippi Legislature's 2010 Regular Session, with an effective date of July 1, 2010
Legislative Description
Child support; authorize chancery judge to assess cost of confinement for person in jail for delinquent child support.
Last Action
Died On Calendar
2/11/2010
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