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MS HB309

Bill

Status

Failed

1/31/2023

Primary Sponsor

Brent Anderson

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Origin

House of Representatives

2023 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates new crime of indecent assault in Mississippi, defined as intentionally touching an intimate part of another person for sexual arousal, gratification, or abuse
  • Applies when victim is unlawfully restrained, assault is against victim's will, victim is unconscious or incapacitated, or victim is unlawfully coerced
  • Defines "intimate part" to include sexual organs, anus, groin, buttocks, and female breasts
  • Punishable by fine not exceeding $500, imprisonment in county jail not exceeding 6 months, or both
  • Effective July 1, 2023

Legislative Description

Indecent assault; create the crime of.

Last Action

Died In Committee

1/31/2023

Committee Referrals

Judiciary B1/9/2023

Full Bill Text

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