MS SB2615

Prohibits sitting, lying, sleeping, or storing personal property on streets, sidewalks, or public rights-of-way within 1,000 feet of sensitive areas (schools, daycares, parks, libraries) or critical infrastructure designated by local authorities.

Violations are classified as public nuisances and can be enjoined or abated; violations may be charged as misdemeanors punishable by fines up to $1,000 and/or up to 4 months in county jail.

Requires law enforcement to provide written notice in a language understood by the person at least 48 hours before enforcement action, including information about alternative shelter and services.

Convictions under this section are kept confidential and do not appear on a person's public record, though courts may maintain confidential records for sentence enforcement.

Authorizes property owners to request law enforcement assistance removing homeless encampments from private property after 72 hours' notice, requiring humane removal and prohibiting harm to persons or damage to personal property.