HB1388

Driver's license display; revise meaning of.

Failed·2/3/26
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Mississippi HB1388 amends the state's driver's license display requirements, specifying that the license must be handed to law enforcement upon.

Mississippi HB1388 amends Section 63-1-41 of the Mississippi Code of 1972 to require drivers to have their license in their possession at all times while operating a motor vehicle. The bill specifies that when requested by a law enforcement officer, a judge, or other authorized personnel, the driver must hand their license to the requester. The law also provides that a driver cannot be convicted if they present a valid license in court, even if they did not hand it over initially. This act is set to take effect from July 1, 2026.

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History

Feb 3

House

Died In Committee

Jan 16

House

Referred To Judiciary B