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MS HB1485
Bill
Status
Failed
3/6/2012
Primary Sponsor
Deborah Butler Dixon
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AI Summary
- Prohibits all law enforcement officers from using tasers.
- Requires law enforcement agencies to sell or dispose of existing tasers within 60 days of the act's effective date, with the Attorney General assuming responsibility for any tasers not disposed of by agencies.
- Mandates annual training for all law enforcement officers on proper taser use by certified trainers selected by the Commissioner of Public Safety, with certificates filed by employing agencies.
- Requires the Mississippi Bureau to investigate any incidents involving taser-related deaths or serious injuries and make recommendations to the appropriate prosecutor.
Legislative Description
Tasers; prohibit use by law enforcement.
Last Action
Died In Committee
3/6/2012
Full Bill Text
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