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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 63-11-30, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Require A Minimum Hold Of A Person Who Has Violated Any Provision Of Law That Prohibits Driving Under The Influence; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill amends Mississippi law to require that any person arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) must be held in custody by law enforcement for a minimum of six hours before being released for any reason. This new provision, indicated by the `<ins>` tag, adds a mandatory minimum hold period to existing DUI laws, which already outline various offenses, penalties, and procedures related to impaired driving, including different blood alcohol concentration limits, penalties for repeat offenses, and provisions for minors, aggravated DUI, and child endangerment. The bill also specifies an effective date of July 1, 2026.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Died In Committee (on 02/03/2026)
Official Document
bill text
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2026/pdf/history/HB/HB1496.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/HB/1400-1499/HB1496IN.htm |
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