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MS HB1143
Bill
Status
Failed
2/3/2026
Primary Sponsor
Jansen Owen
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AI Summary
- Expands Mississippi's electronic signature law from felony warrants only to include any warrant and domestic abuse protection orders
- Electronic applications, signatures, and records for warrants and protection orders have full legal effect and cannot be denied enforceability solely due to electronic format
- Digital signature applications must include security procedures ensuring authenticity, encryption for secure access, and electronic recordkeeping with timestamps
- Electronic affidavits with signatures made under penalty of perjury satisfy constitutional oath requirements without requiring oral oath
- Applicants must still meet with a judge before electronic warrant or protection order issuance, though meetings may occur via video or teleconference; no-knock warrants remain excluded from electronic processing
- Effective date: July 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Electronic signatures; authorize for any warrants and domestic abuse protection orders.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/3/2026
Committee Referrals
Judiciary B1/19/2026
Full Bill Text
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