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Introduced
01/19/2026
01/19/2026
In Committee
01/19/2026
01/19/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act To Amend Section 97-3-65, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Create The Crime Of Capital Rape When Damage To Sexual Organs Of A Child Under 12 Years Of Age Occurs; To Amend Section 97-3-71, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Conform To The Preceding Section; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill amends Mississippi law to create the crime of "capital rape" when a person eighteen years of age or older has sexual intercourse with a child under twelve years of age and causes damage to the child's sexual organs. This new crime carries a penalty of death or life imprisonment, with specific procedures outlined for seeking the death penalty, including the presentation of aggravating and mitigating factors during a sentencing proceeding. The bill also makes conforming changes to existing statutes regarding sexual offenses and their penalties, and it 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/HB/HB1293.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/HB/1200-1299/HB1293IN.htm |
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