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MS SB2860
Bill
AI Summary
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Establishes "James' Law" to increase penalties for DUI offenses that result in death in Mississippi
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Increases the minimum prison sentence for causing death while driving under the influence from the previous standard to a mandatory minimum of 10 years, with a maximum of life imprisonment
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Requires any person charged with causing death while driving under the influence to post bail before being released after arrest
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Maintains existing DUI penalties for other offenses, including fines ranging from $250-$5,000, jail time from 48 hours to 5 years, and license suspensions from 90 days to 5 years depending on number of offenses
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Preserves "Zero Tolerance for Minors" provisions applying stricter blood alcohol limits (.02% vs .08%) for drivers under age 21
Legislative Description
Implied Consent Law; revise penalty when death results from aggravated DUI.
Last Action
Died In Committee
3/6/2012