MS HB1169

Creates supplemental provisions to existing cash deposit bond law by defining "cash deposit bond" as an appearance bond secured by deposit with the circuit clerk in cash or certified funds in an amount set by the judge.

Requires accused persons to meet six conditions to obtain a cash deposit bond: no prior conviction for crimes punishable by more than one year imprisonment, no current or prior escape charges, no previous order nisi on a bond, bond amount set by proper authority, return date set by proper authority, and deposit of 10% of bond amount or $250 (whichever is greater) in cash.

Requires accused to sign an appearance bond and execute a notarized affidavit swearing to eligibility and authorizing the clerk to dispose of deposited cash for court costs, restitution, fines, attorney fees, and any remaining balance as ordered by court.

Defines "security" as cash, certified funds, or surety undertaking deposited with clerk to secure an appearance bond, and "surety" as someone other than the defendant who executes an appearance bond and must file an affidavit showing non-attorney status, ownership of property in Mississippi worth the bond amount, and listing other outstanding bonds.

Amends Mississippi Code Section 99-5-9 to make the new provisions supplemental to existing cash deposit bond law and takes effect July 1, 2019.