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MS HB1644

Bill

Status

Failed

2/3/2026

Primary Sponsor

Clay Deweese

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Brings forward Mississippi Code Section 41-29-701 regulating pen registers, trap and trace devices, and caller ID surveillance tools used in law enforcement investigations

  • Authorizes Bureau of Narcotics attorneys to apply to circuit court for installation of these surveillance devices when investigating felony violations of the Uniform Controlled Substances Law

  • Requires written application under oath demonstrating probable cause, including subscriber name, telephone numbers, and instrument locations

  • Limits surveillance orders to 30 days, with extensions available in 30-day increments upon application to the court

  • Mandates annual reporting to the Mississippi Administrative Office of Courts on the number of applications sought and orders granted, with effective date of July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Pen register; bring forward provision that regulates.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/3/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary A1/19/2026

Full Bill Text

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