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MS SB2135

Bill

Status

Enrolled

3/12/2026

Primary Sponsor

Joey Fillingane

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires qualified electors to be designated as "active voters" in Mississippi's Statewide Election Management System to serve as competent jurors

  • Removes outdated disqualification language referencing "common gamblers" and "habitual drunkards" from juror competency requirements

  • Adds new disqualification for prospective jurors who have a substance use disorder

  • Maintains existing juror requirements including minimum age of 21, ability to read and write, no conviction of an infamous crime, and no unlawful sale of intoxicating liquors within the past 5 years

  • Takes effect immediately upon passage by the Mississippi Legislature

Legislative Description

Juror qualifications; clarify qualified electors must be active voters to be competent jurors.

Last Action

Enrolled Bill Signed

3/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary B2/16/2026
Judiciary, Division A1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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