MS HB331

Authorizes employers to seek civil remedies including temporary restraining orders, preliminary injunctions, and permanent injunctions when unlawful conduct occurs at the workplace.

Defines "unlawful conduct" as assault, rape, sexual battery, stalking, cyberstalking, or credible threats of violence committed against employers, employees, or groups of employees.

Allows courts to order respondents to cease contact, cease harassment or stalking, refrain from visiting the workplace, and pay costs, filing fees, and reasonable attorney's fees.

Establishes that knowing violations of issued orders constitute a misdemeanor punishable by up to six months in jail, a fine up to $1,000, or both, or contempt of court.

Takes effect July 1, 2012, and does not restrict other available civil or criminal remedies or constitutionally protected activity.