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MS SB2816
MS SB2816Criminal penalties; authorize enhancement for crime against employees of the Department of Child Protection Services.
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Introduced
01/19/2026
01/19/2026
In Committee
02/16/2026
02/16/2026
Crossed Over
02/11/2026
02/11/2026
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act To Amend Section 99-19-301, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Include An Employee Of The Mississippi Department Of Child Protection Services Within The Class Of Persons For Which The Penalty For Any Felony Or Misdemeanor Shall Be Subject To Enhancement; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill amends existing Mississippi law to allow for enhanced criminal penalties when a felony or misdemeanor is committed against an employee of the Mississippi Department of Child Protection Services (MDCPS), in addition to existing protections for law enforcement officers, firefighters, and emergency medical technicians. This means that if someone commits a crime specifically because the victim works for MDCPS, the punishment for that crime can be made more severe. The bill defines an "MDCPS Employee" as any person employed by the department and clarifies that this enhancement applies when the crime is committed with the specific intent to target someone due to their employment with MDCPS.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred To Judiciary B;Accountability, Efficiency, Transparency (on 02/16/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2026/pdf/history/SB/SB2816.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/SB/2800-2899/SB2816PS.htm |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/SB/2800-2899/SB2816IN.htm |
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