Mississippi SB2130 requires the state to cover mental examination costs for indigent defendants in felony cases.
Mississippi SB2130 amends Section 99-13-11 of the Mississippi Code of 1972 to mandate that the state pays for mental examinations of indigent defendants in felony cases. Previously, only non-indigent defendants had their examination costs covered by the county. This change ensures that indigent defendants also receive necessary mental health evaluations without financial burden, aligning with legal standards for fair treatment in criminal proceedings. The act will take effect on July 1, 2026.
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