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MS HB1209

Bill

Official Source

Status

Failed

2/9/2017

Primary Sponsor

Donnie Bell

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Origin

House of Representatives

2017 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Section 47-5-195 of the Mississippi Code to enhance penalties for incarcerated offenders or correctional facility employees who possess contraband.

  • Establishes that violations of contraband provisions remain felonies punishable by 3 to 15 years in prison and fines up to $25,000.

  • Allows courts to double the authorized punishment (up to 30 years and $50,000 in fines) for violations involving illegal drugs, cell phones, or cell phone components such as SIM cards and chargers.

  • Takes effect July 1, 2017.

Legislative Description

Possession of cell phones and contraband by incarcerated offenders and correctional employees; provide enhanced penalty for.

Last Action

Died On Calendar

2/9/2017

Committee Referrals

Corrections1/16/2017

Full Bill Text

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