MS HB592

Adds immunity from civil liability for law enforcement officers when the person filing a claim against the officer was convicted for resisting arrest during the incident.

Requires the complete incident to be recorded by audio or video that is clearly visible or audible and exonerates the officer for immunity to apply.

Limits the immunity to civil charges of excessive use of force only, explicitly excluding murder, capital murder, and manslaughter.

Amends Section 11-46-9, Mississippi Code of 1972, by adding subsection (z) to the governmental immunity statute.

Takes effect July 1, 2024.