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MS HB619
MS HB619Radar speed detection equipment; authorize use by sheriffs and deputies of certain counties.
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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 Amend Section 63-3-519, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Authorize The Sheriff And His Or Her Deputies In Any County Having A Population Of 150,000 Or More To Use Radar Speed Detection Equipment Upon The Public Streets, Roads And Highways Of The County Lying Outside The Limits Of Any Incorporated Municipality And Excluding Any Interstate Highway; To Provide That Certain Measures May Be Taken By The Department Of Public Safety If Certain Abuse Is Reported Concerning The Use Of Such Equipment; To Provide That Funds Generated By The Use Of Radar Speed Detection Equipment Shall Be Used To Fund School Resource Officers Within A County; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill authorizes sheriffs and their deputies in Mississippi counties with a population of 150,000 or more to use radar speed detection equipment on public roads and highways outside of incorporated towns and cities, with the exception of interstate highways, provided the county's board of supervisors approves its use. The bill also establishes a mechanism for the Department of Public Safety to address any reported abuse of this authority, which could lead to the removal of the equipment from offending officers. Importantly, any funds collected from speeding tickets issued using this radar equipment must be used by the county to fund school resource officers, who are law enforcement officers assigned to schools to enhance safety. This change amends existing law that generally restricts the use of radar speed detection equipment to specific entities like municipal police and campus police forces.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (2)
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/HB0619.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/HB/0600-0699/HB0619IN.htm |
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