MS HB1216

Defines "foreign law" as any law, rule, or legal code established outside U.S. states or territories, including Sharia law.

Prohibits courts, arbitrators, administrative agencies, and other adjudicative authorities from enforcing foreign laws that would violate rights guaranteed by Mississippi or U.S. constitutions, including due process, religious freedom, and privacy rights.

Requires modification or nullification of contractual provisions choosing foreign law or foreign forums if enforcement would violate constitutional rights, unless parties are juridical persons.

Denies forum non conveniens claims if granting them would violate the constitutional rights of the non-claimant in the foreign forum.

Takes effect July 1, 2015.