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MS HB1129
MS HB1129Termination of parental rights; clarify jurisdiction of county and youth courts.
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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
06/15/2020
06/15/2020
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
06/22/2020
06/22/2020
Introduced Session
2020 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act To Amend Section 93-15-105, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Clarify Jurisdiction Of County Courts In Relation To Termination Of Parental Rights Proceedings; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill clarifies the jurisdiction of county courts and chancery courts in Mississippi regarding termination of parental rights proceedings. It states that when a county court, sitting as a youth court, has acquired jurisdiction over a child in an abuse or neglect proceeding, that county court shall have original exclusive jurisdiction to hear a petition for termination of parental rights against a parent of that child. The bill also specifies the venue requirements for termination of parental rights proceedings in both county courts and chancery courts.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Approved by Governor (on 06/22/2020)
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