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Bill > HB1598
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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 43-21-605, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Authorize Any Delinquent Convicted Two Or More Times Of Misdemeanor Possession Of A Firearm To Be Committed To Oakley Training School; To Bring Forward Section 97-37-14, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Declares Possession Of A Firearm By A Person Under Eighteen As A Delinquent Act, For Purposes Of Possible Amendment; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill modifies Mississippi law to allow for the commitment of delinquent minors to the Oakley Training School, a facility for youth offenders, if they have been convicted of possessing a firearm as a misdemeanor at least twice. The bill also brings forward existing law that defines possession of a firearm by someone under eighteen as a delinquent act, for potential future amendments. The Oakley Training School, operated by the Department of Human Services' Division of Youth Services, is a program designed to promote good citizenship and rehabilitation for youth committed by courts. This change expands the criteria for commitment to this facility, specifically addressing repeat misdemeanor firearm possession by minors.
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/HB1598.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/HB/1500-1599/HB1598IN.htm |
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