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MS HB956

Bill

Official Source

Status

Failed

2/4/2014

Primary Sponsor

Deborah Butler Dixon

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Origin

House of Representatives

2014 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires all law enforcement agencies to install video and audio surveillance equipment in rooms and areas where evidence is stored
  • Mandates electronic signature systems that identify officers when they enter evidence storage areas
  • Requires electronic bar codes on all evidence for identification and inventory purposes
  • Requires anyone handling evidence to sign in and tracks which processing officers handled specific evidence at arrest, submission, and court proceedings
  • Takes effect July 1, 2014

Legislative Description

Video and audio surveillance; require installation in police evidence holding rooms.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/4/2014

Committee Referrals

Judiciary A1/20/2014

Full Bill Text

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