Bill > SB2797

This bill establishes the Mississippi Violent Crime Task Force to address the state's declining rates of solving violent crimes, which are defined as the percentage of reported crimes that are solved through arrest or other lawful means. The task force will examine why these "clearance rates" are low, noting that Mississippi's rate is significantly below the national average and contributes to public safety concerns. Its duties include reviewing clearance rates, identifying barriers to solving crimes, evaluating effective policing and prosecution strategies, examining offender supervision and accountability, assessing victim engagement, reviewing crime data reporting, and identifying prevention methods. The task force will be composed of various state officials, law enforcement representatives, judicial members, and community representatives, and will be co-chaired by the chairs of the Senate and House Judiciary committees. It is required to report its findings and recommendations to the Legislature by December 20, 2026, and will continue to exist until otherwise provided by law.

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