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MS HB926

Bill

Status

Failed

2/4/2025

Primary Sponsor

Dana Underwood McLean

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Changes obstruction of public streets, highways, and sidewalks from a misdemeanor to a felony offense under Mississippi Code sections 97-35-23 and 97-35-25
  • Increases minimum fine from $400-$500 to $1,500 for violations under both sections
  • Replaces county jail sentences (4-6 months maximum) with custody of the Department of Corrections for not less than one (1) year nor more than two (2) years
  • Corrects spelling of "wilfully" to "willfully" in section 97-35-25
  • Takes effect July 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Obstructing public streets and roadways; increase penalties for.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/4/2025

Committee Referrals

Judiciary A1/17/2025

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