Mississippi HB461, known as Jennifer's Law, prohibits state and local agencies from setting traffic ticket quotas for peace officers and parking.
Mississippi HB461, referred to as Jennifer's Law, prohibits state and local agencies from establishing policies that require peace officers or parking enforcement employees to meet arrest quotas for traffic violations. It also bans the use of the number of arrests or citations as the sole criterion for promotions, demotions, dismissals, or benefits. Instead, these factors can only be considered alongside other performance criteria, such as attendance, punctuality, and professional judgment. The law takes effect from July 1, 2026.
Included in complete analysis
- Overview
- Core Provisions
- Implementation
- Impact
- Legal Framework
- Critical Issues
See what it does, who it affects, and the critical issues in plain language. Free, 30 seconds.