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MS SB2230
Bill
Status
Passed
3/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Angela Burks Hill
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AI Summary
- Expands Mississippi's electronic warrant law (Section 99-3-47) to include misdemeanor warrants, which were previously limited to felony warrants only
- Clarifies that electronic signatures on protection orders issued by the judicial branch have full legal effect and enforceability
- Requires applicants for electronic misdemeanor warrants to meet with a judge via video or teleconference before issuance, matching existing felony warrant requirements
- Maintains existing security requirements for digital signatures, including authentication procedures, encryption, and electronic recordkeeping with timestamps
- Continues to prohibit the use of electronic warrants or signatures for no-knock warrant applications
Legislative Description
Electronic warrants; provide use for misdemeanors and protection orders.
Last Action
Approved by Governor
3/13/2026
Committee Referrals
Judiciary B2/6/2026
Judiciary, Division B1/14/2026
Full Bill Text
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