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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 97-29-19, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Criminalize The Sale Of A Dead Body Of Any Human Being Or Any Part Of The Dead Body Of A Human Being; To Provide Criminal Penalties; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill amends Mississippi Code Section 97-29-19 to explicitly criminalize the sale of a dead human body or any part of a dead human body, making such actions punishable by up to five years in prison, one year in county jail, a fine of up to $500, or a combination of these penalties. This addition clarifies and expands upon existing law, which already addressed the unlawful removal or disturbance of dead bodies from graves for sale or other malicious purposes, and the new provisions will take effect on July 1, 2026.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Died In Committee (on 02/03/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2026/pdf/history/SB/SB2077.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/SB/2001-2099/SB2077IN.htm |
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