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MS HB1280
Bill
Status
Failed
2/1/2011
Primary Sponsor
Earle Banks
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AI Summary
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Authorizes chancery courts to order persons held in mental health facilities if evidence and testimony shows they have a propensity to commit sex offenses as defined in Section 45-33-23.
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Requires individuals to remain in mental health facilities until two licensed physicians determine through physical and mental examination that the person no longer has a propensity to commit sex offenses.
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Takes effect July 1, 2011.
Legislative Description
Sex offender propensity; chancery court may order custody in mental health facility.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/1/2011
Full Bill Text
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