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MS SB2020
Bill
AI Summary
- Amends Section 47-5-195 of the Mississippi Code to increase penalties for violations of Section 47-5-193, which relates to providing cell phones to inmates
- Increases the felony penalty for violating Section 47-5-193 from an unspecified term to a minimum of 5 years and maximum of 20 years in the Penitentiary
- Increases the potential fine for violations of Section 47-5-193 to a maximum of $50,000
- Maintains the existing penalty for violations of Section 47-5-194 at 3 to 15 years imprisonment and up to $25,000 in fines
- Takes effect July 1, 2012
Legislative Description
Corrections; increase penalty for providing cell phones to inmates.
Last Action
Died In Committee
4/3/2012
Full Bill Text
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