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MS SB2109
Bill
AI Summary
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Requires law enforcement agencies to notify the Mississippi Bureau of Investigation when an officer-involved death occurs, and mandates the bureau to investigate the circumstances.
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Directs the Attorney General to review investigation results and determine whether evidence should be presented to a grand jury.
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Requires the Attorney General to appoint a district attorney from outside the county where the death occurred to serve as special prosecutor if grand jury presentation is warranted.
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Makes the special prosecutor responsible for prosecuting any criminal charges filed in connection with the officer-involved death.
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Takes effect July 1, 2019.
Legislative Description
Officer-involved death; require investigation and appointment of special prosecutor.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/5/2019