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MS HB426

Bill

Status

Failed

2/4/2025

Primary Sponsor

John Hines

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Holds any elected or appointed official personally liable for all costs of prosecution when malicious prosecution is found by a court.

  • Requires disbarment from law practice (if applicable), removal or termination from employment, and prohibition from receiving retirement funds until all assessed costs are paid.

  • Directs the governing authority or agency that employed the official to assess all prosecution costs and provide this information to the judge presiding over the malicious prosecution case.

  • Requires the judge to issue an order mandating the official pay all costs assessed by the governing authority or agency.

  • Takes effect July 1, 2025.

Legislative Description

Malicious prosecution; require officials or employees involved to pay all costs associated with.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/4/2025

Committee Referrals

Judiciary B1/10/2025

Full Bill Text

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