Mississippi HB1611 would authorize justice court judges to set bail for capital offenses.
Mississippi HB1611 amends Section 99-5-11 of the Mississippi Code of 1972 to authorize justice court judges to set bail for capital offenses. The bill outlines procedures for setting bail, including considerations for domestic abuse protection orders and the financial status of defendants. It also specifies that bail should not be set solely to detain a defendant and mandates a ruling on motions to reduce or set aside bail within 48 hours. The act would take effect from July 1, 2026.
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