MS SB2708

Excludes crimes of violence from the definition of "technical violations" for parole purposes, including offenses classified under Section 97-3-2, felonies/misdemeanors involving physical force, felony drug offenses, and certain other felony offenses.

Requires the parole board to immediately revoke parole and impose the remainder of the suspended sentence for offenders who commit crimes of violence while on parole.

Mandates the parole board refer crimes of violence committed by parolees to the appropriate district attorney for prosecution within the jurisdiction where the violation occurred.

Changes parole revocation for prior felonies from discretionary to mandatory, requiring immediate revocation upon presentment of a certified commitment order for felonies committed before parole placement.

Effective date: July 1, 2019.