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MS SB2126
MS SB2126Name change; prohibit for persons convicted of a crime of violence and for sex offenders.
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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
Crossed Over
02/05/2026
02/05/2026
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act To Create New Section 45-33-30, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Prohibit A Person That Is Required To Register As A Sex Offender From Changing His Or Her Name; To Amend Sections 93-17-1, 45-33-25, 45-33-29, 45-33-33, And 45-33-35, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Conform; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits individuals required to register as sex offenders from legally changing their names, making it a felony offense punishable by fines and imprisonment if violated. It also amends existing Mississippi laws to align with this new prohibition, specifically affecting the process of name changes through court orders and updating the information required for sex offender registration, which previously included reporting a legally changed name. The bill aims to prevent sex offenders from evading their registration obligations or public scrutiny by changing their names.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Referred To Judiciary B (on 02/06/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2026/pdf/history/SB/SB2126.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/SB/2100-2199/SB2126PS.htm |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/SB/2100-2199/SB2126CS.htm |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/SB/2100-2199/SB2126IN.htm |
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