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MS SB2109
Bill
Status
Failed
2/23/2016
Primary Sponsor
Joey Fillingane
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AI Summary
- Amends Mississippi Code Section 97-35-47 to explicitly include false reports of child abuse or neglect to the Department of Human Services as unlawful
- Makes false reports of child abuse or neglect punishable by up to one year in county jail and/or a fine up to $5,000
- Allows courts to order restitution to law enforcement for reasonable investigation and prosecution costs related to false reports
- Creates civil liability for persons who knowingly and willfully make false reports of child abuse or neglect, allowing victims to recover damages including reasonable attorney fees and costs
- Defines a false report as one lacking rational support, unsupported by credible evidence, unlikely to succeed, or completely untenable
- Takes effect July 1, 2016
Legislative Description
False report of child abuse or neglect; provide criminal penalties and civil liability.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/23/2016
Committee Referrals
Judiciary, Division A2/1/2016
Full Bill Text
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