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MS HB1688
Bill
Status
4/4/2013
Primary Sponsor
Robert Johnson
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AI Summary
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Authorizes Adams County Board of Supervisors to contract with private entities to operate correctional facilities and house county inmates within the county.
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Inmates confined in private facilities pursuant to this arrangement are considered lawfully confined within the state.
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Private entity assumes complete responsibility for inmates and holds liability to Mississippi and Adams County for any illegal or tortious actions by those inmates.
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Applies to inmates subject to county jurisdiction, including those awaiting transfer to other jurisdictions or facilities.
Legislative Description
Adams County; authorize to contract with Corrections Corporation of America (CCA) to house its county inmates.
Last Action
Died In Committee
4/4/2013