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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act To Create New Section 13-5-62, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Authorize A Court To Make Available For Inspection A Record Of The Grand Jury Proceeding To The Defendant Or His Or Her Counsel When A Grand Jury Returns An Indictment; To Authorize Production Of Certain Copies In The Discretion Of The Court; To Provide That Any Copies Of The Record Shall Be Kept Confidential; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill, effective July 1, 2026, creates a new law in Mississippi that allows a defendant, or their attorney, to request and inspect the record of a grand jury proceeding if the grand jury has returned an indictment, which is a formal accusation of a crime. The court has the discretion to allow the defendant to obtain copies of this record at their own expense, but any copies provided must be kept confidential, and the term "record" in this context refers to either a written transcript or an electronic recording of the proceedings.
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/SB2131.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/SB/2100-2199/SB2131IN.htm |
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