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MS SB2512

Bill

Status

Failed

2/1/2011

Primary Sponsor

Kenneth Jones

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Origin

Senate

2011 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires judges to explain to convicted felons in open court whether they remain qualified to vote under Mississippi Constitution Section 241
  • Judge must inform convicts disqualified from voting by their conviction and separately inform those not disqualified despite their conviction
  • Mandates judges note these explanations in the sentencing order and court minutes
  • Applies to all felony sentences delivered in custody of the Department of Corrections
  • Effective July 1, 2011

Legislative Description

Criminal convictions; judge to explain to convict whether he remains a qualified elector.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/1/2011

Full Bill Text

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