MS HB1552

Allows certified law enforcement officers and part-time officers employed by counties or municipalities to use their official vehicles while performing private security services or attending religious services during off-duty hours.

Requires governing authorities (municipal boards or county sheriffs) to approve use of uniforms, weapons, and vehicles on an individual employee basis, with approval documented in public records.

Mandates that approving authorities determine the proposed employment will not bring disrepute to the jurisdiction, agency, or law enforcement generally, and that use promotes public interest.

Makes private security employers fully liable and responsible for indemnifying the jurisdiction against any claims, expenses, or losses arising from the officer's actions while using official uniforms, weapons, or vehicles for private security work.

Requires officers to notify their law enforcement agency of private employment location, work hours, and employment type, and limits use of uniform, weapon, and vehicle to locations within the jurisdiction of the employing governmental entity.