HB1518Introduced in the House
Persons wrongfully sentenced; allow compensation for in same manner as persons wrongfully convicted.
Introduced by Cheikh Taylor, District 38
What does this bill do?
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Official description
An Act To Create New Sections 11-44-4 And 11-44-8, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide That A Person Wrongfully Sentenced Beyond The Maximum Sentence Authorized By Law For A Felony Shall Be Compensated In The Same Manner As A Person Who Was Wrongfully Convicted Of A Felony; To Amend Sections 11-44-1, 11-44-5, 11-44-7 And 11-44-9, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Conform To The Provisions Of This Act; To Bring Forward Sections 11-44-3, 11-44-11, 11-44-13 And 11-44-15, Mississippi Code Of 1972, For The Purpose Of Possible Amendment; And For Related Purposes.
Where it stands
Died In Committee
February 3, 2026
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Bill history
Referred To Judiciary B
Died In Committee
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