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MS HB1054
Bill
Status
2/4/2025
Primary Sponsor
Zakiya Summers
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AI Summary
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Increases authorized full-time assistant public defenders in the Seventh Circuit Court District and Capitol Complex Improvement District (CCID) Inferior Court from three (3) to six (6)
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Requires full-time assistant public defenders be provided with office space, equipment, supplies, two (2) investigators, two (2) legal secretaries, and operating expenses at least equal to or greater than the District Attorney of the Seventh Circuit Court District
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Provides that all compensation and resources are subject to available funds specifically appropriated by the Legislature
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Brings forward existing sections 25-32-3, 25-32-5, and 25-32-7 relating to public defender appointments, compensation, and office resources for possible amendment
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Effective date: July 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Public defenders; authorize new assistants and provide for office space and expenses for those in Hinds County.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/4/2025