SB2116

Mississippi SB2116 revises the definition of "technical violation" in probation and parole law to exclude the commission of a new criminal offense.

Mississippi SB2116 amends the definition of "technical violation" within probation and parole law to clarify that it does not include the commission of a new criminal offense by a probationer or parolee. The bill also modifies the graduated sanctions system for offenders on probation, parole, or post-release supervision who commit technical violations. These sanctions, which serve as alternatives to judicial modification or revocation, include verbal warnings, increased reporting, and incarceration in a county jail for up to four days per month. The act takes effect from July 1, 2026.