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MS HB1671
Bill
Status
Failed
2/3/2026
Primary Sponsor
Joey Hood
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AI Summary
- Brings forward existing Mississippi statutes governing youth court referees without substantive changes to current law
- Youth court referees must be licensed attorneys in good standing (for those appointed after July 1, 1991) and must complete judicial training approved by the Mississippi Judicial College plus annual continuing education
- Referees who miss two consecutive training sessions or fail to attend training within six months of appointment are automatically disqualified and removed from their position
- Establishes the Teen Court Pilot Program allowing youth courts to divert eligible juvenile offenders aged 13-17 to peer-administered proceedings, with penalties including up to 112 hours of community service, apologies, counseling, and restitution
- Effective date is July 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Youth court and youth court referees; regulate.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/3/2026
Committee Referrals
Judiciary A1/19/2026
Full Bill Text
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