HB1272

Mississippi HB1272 adds vehicle forfeiture as a penalty for drag racing offenses.

Mississippi HB1272 amends the state code to include the forfeiture of vehicles used in drag racing as a penalty for the crime. The bill also updates penalties for drag racing offenses, including fines and imprisonment. For a first offense, the fine ranges from $250 to $1,000 and imprisonment for up to 48 hours. A second conviction within five years results in a fine of $600 to $1,500, imprisonment for 5 days to 1 year, and community service. A third or subsequent conviction within five years is a felony, with a fine of $2,000 to $5,000 and imprisonment for 1 to 5 years.