MS SB2822

Brings forward 11 sections of Mississippi Code Chapter 9-21 related to the Administrative Office of Courts for possible amendment, including provisions on the office's creation, duties, staffing, and powers.

Establishes the Administrative Office of Courts to assist the Chief Justice in administering state courts, including duties to collect judicial statistics, apply for grants, establish uniform court procedures, and oversee electronic filing systems.

Authorizes the Administrative Director to employ staff, set compensation, manage court budgets, collect unpaid court costs and fines, and coordinate administrative functions across all state courts.

Creates the Comprehensive Electronic Court Systems Fund to develop and maintain statewide case management and electronic filing systems, with funds coming from legislative appropriations, federal grants, donations, and other sources.

Effective July 1, 2024, though the bill contains a technical notation that it shall be repealed June 30, 2024 (likely a drafting error).