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MS HB941
Bill
Status
Failed
2/10/2022
Primary Sponsor
Scott Bounds
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AI Summary
- County sheriffs may appoint tribal law enforcement officers employed by federally recognized Indian tribes with trust lands in Mississippi as deputy sheriffs
- Tribal officers must have a written instrument authorizing them to enforce state laws and must meet Mississippi Officers Standards and Training requirements
- Tribal law enforcement officers meeting these requirements are considered qualified to be deputized to exercise the laws of the jurisdiction where they serve
- Effective date: July 1, 2022
Legislative Description
Sheriffs; authorize to deputize tribal law enforcement officers under certain circumstances.
Last Action
Died On Calendar
2/10/2022
Committee Referrals
Judiciary B1/17/2022
Full Bill Text
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