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MS HB1020

Bill

Official Source

Status

Failed

3/5/2024

Primary Sponsor

Robert Sanders

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Origin

House of Representatives

2024 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Section 97-37-3 of Mississippi Code to modify how proceeds from forfeited weapons are used by law enforcement agencies
  • Allows courts to order merchantable forfeited weapons sold at auction to federally-licensed firearms dealers
  • Changes the authorized use of auction proceeds from specifically purchasing bulletproof vests to the broader category of "equipment" for the seizing law enforcement agency
  • Takes effect July 1, 2024

Legislative Description

Law enforcement agency; authorize to purchase equipment with certain proceeds.

Last Action

Died In Committee

3/5/2024

Committee Referrals

Judiciary B2/7/2024

Full Bill Text

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