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MS HB918
Bill
Status
Failed
2/5/2013
Primary Sponsor
Donnie Bell
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AI Summary
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Amends Section 97-3-7, Mississippi Code of 1972, to make assaulting a pregnant woman a felony under aggravated assault law.
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A person who knowingly causes any injury to a pregnant woman commits aggravated assault, with mandatory imprisonment in the Penitentiary for not less than one (1) year nor more than twenty (20) years and a fine of up to $5,000.
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Distinguishes this new offense from other aggravated assault charges by establishing separate sentencing requirements specifically for attacks on pregnant women.
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Effective July 1, 2013.
Legislative Description
Assault; create felony for assaulting a pregnant woman.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/5/2013
Committee Referrals
Judiciary B1/21/2013
Full Bill Text
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