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MS HB453

Bill

Official Source

Status

Failed

1/31/2023

Primary Sponsor

Gene Newman

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Origin

House of Representatives

2023 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Repeals Mississippi Code Section 99-19-20, which provides alternative options in lieu of payment or imprisonment for fines

  • Repeals Mississippi Code Section 99-19-20.1, which prohibits automatic incarceration for nonpayment of fines

  • Removes existing legal protections that prevent people from being jailed solely for inability to pay court fees and fines

  • Effective date of July 1, 2023

Legislative Description

Nonpayment of fees and fines; repeal sections that prohibit incarceration for.

Last Action

Died In Committee

1/31/2023

Committee Referrals

Judiciary B1/12/2023

Full Bill Text

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