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MS SB2225
Bill
AI Summary
- Amends Mississippi's habitual offender sentencing law (Section 99-19-81) to exclude prior felony convictions from consideration when more than 10 years have passed since sentence completion
- The 10-year clock runs from the date the prior felony sentence was completed to the date the new offense was committed
- Currently, habitual offenders with two prior felonies (with sentences of 1+ years each) must receive maximum sentences without parole or probation eligibility
- Sponsored by Senator Simmons (12th District) and referred to the Senate Judiciary, Division B committee
- Effective date: July 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Habitual offender; prior felonies with completed sentences more than 10 years prior to date of offense not considered.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/3/2026
Committee Referrals
Judiciary, Division B1/14/2026
Full Bill Text
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