MS HB857

Restricts disenfranchising crimes to only those specifically listed in Section 241 of the Mississippi Constitution of 1890, eliminating reliance on Attorney General interpretations.

Prohibits the Attorney General from interpreting any crime other than those constitutionally listed as disenfranchising through opinion or other means.

Restores voting rights to persons who were disenfranchised based on Attorney General opinions interpreting crimes as disenfranchising that are not listed in Section 241.

Amends voter qualification statutes (Sections 23-15-11, 23-15-19, and 23-15-151) to conform with the restriction to constitutionally-listed crimes only.

Brings forward Section 97-39-3 regarding dueling-related disenfranchisement for possible amendment.