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MS HB1324

Bill

Status

Failed

2/10/2022

Primary Sponsor

Ronnie Crudup

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Origin

House of Representatives

2022 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Mississippi Code Section 13-3-5 governing service of summons in civil actions in justice court

  • Requires photographic evidence when serving a summons by posting it on the door of a defendant's residence (the third method of service used when the defendant cannot be found and no family member is available)

  • Server must photograph the summons posted on the door of the defendant's usual place of abode and provide proof or a photograph of the summons being placed in the mail

  • Effective date of July 1, 2022

Legislative Description

Justice court; revise service of process.

Last Action

Died On Calendar

2/10/2022

Committee Referrals

Judiciary B1/17/2022

Full Bill Text

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