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MS SB2078
Bill
Status
Failed
2/23/2016
Primary Sponsor
Lydia Chassaniol
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AI Summary
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Creates immunity from civil and criminal liability for individuals who report suspicious activity or behavior to law enforcement in good faith
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Defines "report of suspicious activity" as communication to law enforcement about behavior reasonably believed to constitute or further a crime or act of terrorism
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Excludes protection for knowingly false reports or reports made with reckless disregard for the truth
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Violations of existing false reporting laws (Section 97-35-47) remain punishable and are not protected under this immunity
Legislative Description
See Something, Say Something Act; create.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/23/2016
Committee Referrals
Judiciary, Division A1/26/2016
Full Bill Text
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