MS HB621

Increases maximum prison sentence for felony fleeing from law enforcement from 5 years to 10 years when the violation involves reckless or willful disregard for safety or extreme indifference to human life.

Requires 3 to 20 years imprisonment when fleeing from law enforcement results in serious bodily injury to another person.

Requires 5 to 40 years imprisonment when fleeing from law enforcement results in death of another person.

Maintains existing misdemeanor penalty of up to $1,000 fine and/or 6 months in county jail for basic violation of failing to stop for law enforcement.

Preserves defenses to prosecution including when officer is not in uniform or vehicle is not clearly marked, or when driver proceeds safely to a well-lit public place before stopping.