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MS HB1215
Bill
Status
Failed
3/1/2011
Primary Sponsor
Omeria Scott
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AI Summary
- Amends Mississippi Code Section 97-35-18 to classify disruptive funeral protests as felonies rather than misdemeanors.
- Defines prohibited conduct as protesting or picketing within 1,000 feet of a funeral service, graveside service, memorial service, or funeral ceremony during one hour before, during, and one hour after the service.
- Prohibits impeding funeral procession vehicles, blocking access to services, and targeted residential picketing at the home of deceased person's immediate family members on the service date.
- Establishes penalties of a fine up to $5,000 and imprisonment of 1 to 5 years for violations.
- Allows courts to issue injunctions and award damages, including attorney fees, to surviving family members harmed or threatened by violations.
Legislative Description
Protest at funerals; revise penalties.
Last Action
Died In Committee
3/1/2011
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