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MS HB357
MS HB357Expungement; remove embezzlement by officers from the list of nonexpungeable crimes.
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Introduced
01/08/2026
01/08/2026
In Committee
01/08/2026
01/08/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act To Amend Section 99-19-71, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Remove Certain Felony Embezzlement From The List Of Nonexpungeable Crimes; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill amends Mississippi law to allow individuals convicted of certain types of embezzlement to have their felony conviction expunged, meaning it can be removed from public records. Previously, embezzlement was listed as a crime that could not be expunged, alongside other serious offenses like violent crimes, arson, and drug trafficking. An expungement allows a person to be treated as if they were never convicted of the crime, with certain exceptions for determining if they are a first-time offender in future legal proceedings. This change aims to provide a pathway for rehabilitation and reintegration for those who have committed embezzlement offenses, provided they meet specific criteria and have successfully completed their sentence, and that the expungement is granted by the court.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Died In Committee (on 02/03/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2026/pdf/history/HB/HB0357.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/HB/0300-0399/HB0357IN.htm |
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