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MS HB512

MS HB512
ABC agents/inspectors; revise certain provisions regarding powers of.


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Introduced
01/18/2021
In Committee
02/16/2021
Crossed Over
02/03/2021
Passed
03/12/2021
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
03/17/2021

Introduced Session

2021 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An Act To Amend Section 67-1-31, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Provides For The Powers And Duties Of The Agents And Inspectors Of The Alcoholic Beverage Control Division Of The Department Of Revenue, To Delete The Provision That Provides That Nothing In That Section Shall Be Construed As Granting Agents And Inspectors Of The Alcoholic Beverage Control Division Of The Department Of Revenue General Police Powers; And For Related Purposes.

AI Summary

This bill amends Section 67-1-31 of the Mississippi Code of 1972 to remove the provision that agents and inspectors of the Alcoholic Beverage Control Division of the Department of Revenue do not have general police powers. It clarifies that these agents and inspectors are considered police officers with the authority to make arrests, conduct searches and seizures, and assist other law enforcement officers as needed in enforcing the state's alcohol laws.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Approved by Governor (on 03/17/2021)

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