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MS HB1774
Bill
Status
4/21/2016
Primary Sponsor
Nick Bain
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AI Summary
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Authorizes the Alcorn County Board of Supervisors to contract with the United States, other states, political subdivisions, or private correctional entities to house offenders at the Alcorn County Regional Correctional Facility
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Limits eligible offenders to those classified as minimum or medium security who have no history of escape and are serving sentences for felonies or qualifying misdemeanors
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Allows the board to enter into incarceration agreements for time periods acceptable to both parties, regardless of conflicting laws
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Permits contracting with the Department of Corrections or other entities for inspection, monitoring, or assistance in maintaining facility safety and security
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Explicitly prohibits housing maximum security offenders under this authorization
Legislative Description
Alcorn County; authorize to contract with the United States and other states to house minimum/medium security offenders in its regional correctional facility.
Last Action
Died In Committee
4/21/2016