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This bill amends Mississippi's parole eligibility law by adding a new provision that restricts an offender's ability to file multiple petitions for parole consideration. Specifically, if an offender's petition for parole eligibility is denied by a judge, they must now wait two years before filing another petition. If an offender attempts to file a new petition before the two-year period has elapsed, the circuit court will automatically return the petition to the petitioner without filing it. This change is part of Section 47-7-3, which outlines the complex rules governing parole eligibility in Mississippi for various types of offenders, including those convicted of violent crimes, drug offenses, and other specific categories. The bill aims to prevent repeated and potentially frivolous petitions for parole consideration within a short time frame, potentially reducing administrative burden on the court system and providing a standardized waiting period for denied petitions. The amendment will take effect on July 1, 2025, and applies to the existing framework of parole eligibility rules in the state.

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