Mississippi HB87 revises how a second or subsequent offense is calculated for drug-related charges.
Mississippi HB87 amends Section 41-29-147 of the Mississippi Code of 1972 to revise how a second or subsequent offense is calculated for drug-related charges. The bill specifies that an offense is considered a second or subsequent offense if the offender has been previously convicted and sentenced to separate terms of one year or more. The amendment affects individuals convicted of drug offenses, particularly those involving narcotic, depressant, stimulant, or hallucinogenic drugs. The changes will take effect from July 1, 2026.
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