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MS SB2704
Bill
AI Summary
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Amends Section 47-5-193 of Mississippi Code to authorize circuit courts to issue orders disabling contraband cell phone service from carriers.
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Maintains existing prohibition on possession or furnishing of cell phones, weapons, deadly weapons, unauthorized electronic devices, and contraband items to offenders in state correctional facilities.
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Expands prohibition to include cell phone components and accessories such as Subscriber Information Module (SIM) cards and chargers.
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Applies to officers, employees of the Department of Corrections, county sheriff's departments, private correctional facilities, municipal facilities, and any other persons or offenders.
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Takes effect upon passage.
Legislative Description
Contraband cell phones; authorize circuit court to issue order to disable service from carrier.
Last Action
Approved by Governor
4/3/2019