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MS SB2338

Bill

Official Source

Status

Enrolled

3/12/2026

Primary Sponsor

Daniel Sparks

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Extends the statute of limitations for felonious assistance program fraud (Section 97-19-71) from 5 years to 10 years after the offense is committed
  • Removes felonious assistance program fraud from the category of offenses with a 5-year prosecution window
  • Creates a new separate provision specifically establishing the 10-year limitation period for this fraud offense
  • Amends Mississippi Code Section 99-1-5, which governs criminal prosecution time limits
  • Bill has passed the legislature and been sent to the Governor for signature

Legislative Description

Statute of limitations; except felonious assistance program fraud from.

Last Action

Enrolled Bill Signed

3/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary B2/16/2026
Judiciary, Division B1/19/2026

Full Bill Text

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