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MS SB2131

Bill

Status

Failed

2/3/2026

Primary Sponsor

Bradford Blackmon

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Defendants would gain the right to inspect grand jury proceeding records (transcripts or electronic recordings) upon request after an indictment is returned
  • Courts may permit defendants to obtain copies of grand jury records at their own expense, at the court's discretion
  • All copies of grand jury records must be kept confidential by the defendant and their counsel
  • Creates new Section 13-5-62 of the Mississippi Code of 1972
  • Effective date: July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Grand jury; allow access to record to defendant upon request.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/3/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary, Division A1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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