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MS HB941
Bill
Status
2/5/2013
Primary Sponsor
Mac Huddleston
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AI Summary
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Authorizes law enforcement officers of the Mississippi Department of Transportation to administer chemical tests under the implied consent law for suspected impaired driving.
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Adds MDOT law enforcement officers to the list of authorized personnel who may conduct breath, blood, or urine tests when they have reasonable grounds and probable cause to believe a driver is impaired.
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Requires all officers administering chemical tests to meet educational and training requirements prescribed by the Board on Law Enforcement Officers Standards and Training, with exemptions for sheriffs and elected police chiefs.
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Takes effect July 1, 2013.
Legislative Description
MDOT law enforcement officers; authorize to enforce implied consent law.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/5/2013