Mississippi HB721 increases penalties for obstructing public streets and roadways.
Mississippi HB721 amends sections 97-35-23 and 97-35-25 of the Mississippi Code of 1972 to increase penalties for obstructing public streets and roadways. The bill makes it a felony to intentionally obstruct or interfere with the free use and passage of vehicles or pedestrians on public streets or highways, with penalties including fines of at least $1,500 and imprisonment for one to two years. The act takes effect from July 1, 2026.
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