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MS HB620
Bill
Status
Failed
3/5/2024
Primary Sponsor
Jill Ford
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AI Summary
- Prohibits knowingly owning, operating, installing, creating, building, fabricating, or selling vehicles containing false or secret compartments designed to conceal persons, controlled substances, or other contraband from law enforcement
- Defines "false or secret compartment" as any integrated or attached enclosure in vehicles including cars, trucks, boats, aircraft, and other vessels, with examples including modified fuel tanks and added compartments
- Establishes criminal penalties of a fine up to $10,000, imprisonment of 1-2 years, or both for violations
- Allows law enforcement to seize vehicle license tags and registration upon arrest, issuing temporary tags valid for 30 days or until the vehicle is repaired to comply
- Takes effect July 1, 2024
Legislative Description
Vehicles; prohibit false or secret compartments and establish criminal penalties for violations.
Last Action
Died In Committee
3/5/2024
Committee Referrals
Judiciary B1/24/2024
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