MS SB2376

Amends Section 63-11-30 of Mississippi Code to clarify that out-of-state DUI convictions obtained in another state, territory, or federally recognized Native American tribe may be counted toward penalty enhancement for fourth and subsequent Mississippi DUI violations.

For second and third DUI offenses, out-of-state convictions count only if they occurred within five (5) years before the current offense under consideration.

For fourth and subsequent DUI offenses, out-of-state convictions count without regard to any time period limitation between violations.

Maintains existing DUI penalty structure: first offense fines of $250-$1,000; second offense 5 days to 6 months imprisonment; third offense 1-5 years felony imprisonment; fourth or subsequent offense 2-10 years felony imprisonment.

Requires law enforcement to certify that prior convictions, nonadjudications, pretrial diversions, and arrests have been searched in defendant's driving record, confidential registry, and National Crime Information Center before defendant enters guilty plea.