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MS SB2251
Bill
AI Summary
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Increases the number of authorized full-time legal assistants (assistant district attorneys) in the Nineteenth Circuit Court District from 6 to 7
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Maintains existing staffing levels for all other 21 circuit court districts in Mississippi, ranging from 2 to 11 legal assistants depending on the district
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Preserves the provision allowing each circuit court district to receive an additional 2 legal assistants if the Legislature appropriates funding or if county boards of supervisors agree to pay all associated costs
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Allows district attorneys to hire additional legal assistants or criminal investigators beyond statutory limits when funded from alternative sources including county funds, federal funds, private grants, or interlocal cooperative agreements
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Effective date of July 1, 2021
Legislative Description
Assistant district attorneys; revise number authorized.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/2/2021