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This bill, known as "Jennifer's Law", prohibits state and local agencies in Mississippi from establishing traffic ticket or arrest quotas for peace officers and parking enforcement employees. The bill defines key terms such as "arrest quota" (a specific requirement for the number of arrests or citations issued), "citation" (a notice of violation), "peace officer" (a full-time sworn law enforcement professional), and "agency" (any governing authority employing peace officers). Specifically, the legislation prevents agencies from creating policies that mandate officers to meet a certain number of arrests or citations, and prohibits using the number of arrests or citations as the sole criterion for job-related decisions like promotions, demotions, or benefits. Instead, performance evaluations must consider a broader range of factors including attendance, punctuality, work safety, citizen complaints, commendations, demeanor, training, and professional judgment. The law will go into effect on July 1, 2025, and applies to agencies enforcing traffic laws under Title 63 of the Mississippi Code.

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