SB2106

Mississippi SB2106 requires a specific court finding before granting bail for crimes of violence and removes justice court authority to take felony.

Mississippi SB2106 amends the Mississippi Code to require a specific finding by the court before bail can be granted for defendants charged with crimes of violence. It also removes the authority of justice court judges to take recognizance or bond for felony offenses. The bill mandates that bail should not be set solely to detain the defendant and should reasonably assure the defendant's appearance and minimize the risk of harm to others.