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MS HB1075

Bill

Status

Failed

2/5/2013

Primary Sponsor

Richard Bennett

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Origin

House of Representatives

2013 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits any person from operating a motor vehicle on public roads, streets, or highways in Mississippi while using a wireless communication device to send or receive written messages.

  • Defines "wireless communication device" as any device using commercial mobile service, including cellular telephones and personal digital assistants.

  • Exempts law enforcement, emergency vehicle drivers, persons reporting reckless behavior, persons in physical danger, parked vehicles, and emergency communications to E911, hospitals, ambulance services, fire departments, or law enforcement.

  • Establishes violation as a misdemeanor punishable by fine up to $500, or up to $1,000 if the violation occurs during a motor vehicle accident.

  • Requires law enforcement officers to document wireless device use violations on accident reports when a citation is issued.

Legislative Description

Wireless interactive communication; prohibit use of by a person operating a motor vehicle.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/5/2013

Committee Referrals

Transportation1/21/2013

Full Bill Text

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