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MS SB2679
Bill
AI Summary
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Increases maximum fine for officers imposed by the Governor or officer of general rank from $75.00 to $225.00 under nonjudicial punishment authority.
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Increases maximum fine for other personnel imposed by officers of major rank or above from $75.00 to $225.00 under nonjudicial punishment authority.
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Increases maximum fine for other personnel imposed by lower-ranking commanding officers from $10.00 to $175.00 under nonjudicial punishment authority.
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Updates appeal procedures to reference the new $225.00 fine threshold when determining which cases require judge advocate review before action on appeal.
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Takes effect July 1, 2019.
Legislative Description
Mississippi Code of Military Justice; increase certain fines provided for commanding officer's nonjudicial punishment.
Last Action
Approved by Governor
3/22/2019