SB2076

Habitual misdemeanor offender; provide sentencing enhancement for.

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Mississippi SB2076 enhances penalties for habitual misdemeanor offenders.

Mississippi SB2076 establishes a felony penalty for defendants convicted of four or more specified misdemeanor offenses within three years. The bill defines "habitual misdemeanor offender" and mandates imprisonment in the Department of Corrections for up to two years. The act takes effect from July 1, 2026.

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History

Feb 3

Senate

Died In Committee

Jan 8

Senate

Referred To Judiciary, Division B