MS HB1459

Reduces notice period for Department of Corrections to notify local law enforcement of offender release from at least 15 days to at least 48 hours prior to release.

Applies to releases due to discharge, parole, pardon, temporary personal leave, or pass, with exceptions for sickness or death in the offender's family.

Reduces notice period for parole board to notify crime victims or their family members of offender release from at least 15 days to at least 48 hours prior to release.

Requires director of records to clearly identify notices of offenders convicted of arson and directs sheriffs and police chiefs to notify arson investigation officials of such releases.

Takes effect July 1, 2019.