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MS HB731

Bill

Status

Failed

3/3/2020

Primary Sponsor

Randal Rushing

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Origin

House of Representatives

2020 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Section 11-46-9, Mississippi Code of 1972, to add a new immunity provision (subsection z) for law enforcement officers in civil claims.

  • Provides immunity when the claimant was convicted for resisting arrest during the incident that is the subject of the lawsuit against the officer.

  • Requires that the complete incident be recorded by audio or video that is clearly visible or audible and exonerates the officer for immunity to apply.

  • Limits immunity application to civil charges of excessive use of force only, excluding murder, capital murder, or manslaughter claims.

  • Effective July 1, 2020.

Legislative Description

Immunity for law enforcement officers; authorize when claimant is convicted for resisting arrest.

Last Action

Died In Committee

3/3/2020

Committee Referrals

Judiciary A2/10/2020

Full Bill Text

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