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MS HB294
Bill
Status
Failed
3/3/2026
Primary Sponsor
Christopher Bell
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AI Summary
- Expands the Mississippi Office of Capital Post-Conviction Counsel to represent indigent parties not sentenced to death in post-conviction proceedings, if the director determines a statutorily alive claim exists and resources are available
- Allows the office to continue representing clients in federal habeas corpus proceedings, whereas current law ends representation at the filing stage
- Maintains existing requirements that office attorneys work exclusively for the office, cannot engage in outside legal practice, and cannot participate in capital murder trials or direct appeals
- Prohibits office attorneys from lobbying for or against the death penalty, with violations subject to termination by the Governor (for the director) or by the director with Chief Justice approval
- Takes effect July 1, 2026
Legislative Description
MS Office of Capital Post-Conviction Counsel; clarify the practice limitations of.
Last Action
Died In Committee
3/3/2026
Committee Referrals
Judiciary, Division B2/17/2026
Judiciary B1/7/2026
Full Bill Text
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