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MS HB471
Bill
Status
Failed
2/5/2019
Primary Sponsor
Earle Banks
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AI Summary
- Prohibits jury consultants and their employees from contacting potential jurors from jury selection lists in any Mississippi state court
- Defines "jury consultant" as a person who assists attorneys in researching and selecting jurors and provides insight into juror behavior during trials
- Establishes violation as a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of up to $1,000, imprisonment in county jail for up to 6 months, or both
- Takes effect July 1, 2019
Legislative Description
Jury consultants; prohibit contact with certain jurors.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/5/2019
Committee Referrals
Judiciary A1/14/2019
Full Bill Text
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