Mississippi HB983 would prohibit judges from granting unsecured judicial release for individuals charged with bail restricted offenses.
Mississippi HB983 aims to prevent judges from releasing individuals charged with bail restricted offenses without requiring a monetary bond, property, or other security. A bail restricted offense is defined as any offense for which the punishment may include imprisonment in excess of one year. The bill amends the Mississippi Code to ensure that individuals charged with such offenses are only eligible for release through a guarantee of their appearance in court. The act takes effect on July 1, 2026.
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