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Introduced
02/17/2020
02/17/2020
In Committee
05/11/2020
05/11/2020
Crossed Over
03/11/2020
03/11/2020
Passed
06/18/2020
06/18/2020
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
06/25/2020
06/25/2020
Introduced Session
2020 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act To Amend Section 85-7-121, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Add The Definitions For "electronic Mail," "late Fee" And "sale" For The Provisions Of Law Regulating An Owner's Lien For Self-storage Rentals; To Amend Section 85-7-123, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Clarify The Regulation For Rental Agreements For Self-storage Facilities; To Amend Section 85-7-125, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Clarify The Enforcement Procedure For An Owner's Lien; To Amend Section 85-7-127, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide A Procedure For Disposition Of Vehicles And Watercraft; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill amends sections of the Mississippi Code of 1972 to regulate self-storage rental agreements and owners' liens. Key provisions include:
- Adding definitions for "electronic mail," "late fee," and "sale" related to self-storage facility operations.
- Clarifying the owner's lien rights, including the ability to deny occupant access for non-payment and charge reasonable late fees.
- Updating the enforcement procedures for the owner's lien, such as allowing electronic and verified mail notices, and more flexible advertising requirements for public sales.
- Providing a procedure for the owner to have vehicles, watercraft, or trailers towed from the facility if rent remains unpaid for 60 days.
- Affirming the owner's additional rights and remedies beyond those specified in the statute.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry, Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Approved by Governor (on 06/25/2020)
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