MS HB84

Amends Mississippi Code Section 47-7-3.1 to require case plans for inmates convicted of violent offenses to include screening for physiological and social issues within 90 days of admission.

Mandates that case plans for violent offenders include programs such as "70 X 7" and "Love Your Neighbor" that focus on reasons for the crime and prevention of future offenses.

Requires case plans for violent offenders to contain programs enabling inmates to coexist with society.

Caseworkers must meet with inmates every 8 weeks to review case plan progress, and the department must submit progress reports to the Parole Board every 4 months.

Effective date: July 1, 2020.