Mississippi 2024 Regular Session

Mississippi Senate Bill SB2449

Introduced
2/16/24  
Refer
2/16/24  

Caption

State inmates eligible for release; require notification of certain terms and conditions of release.

Impact

The introduction of SB2449 is expected to have significant implications for state laws regarding inmate supervision and reentry into society. By specifying the conditions under which an inmate can be returned to prison, the bill seeks to clarify the legal framework surrounding probation and parole. This additional clarity aims to prevent potential misunderstandings and legal disputes regarding the terms of supervised release, thereby enhancing compliance among released inmates.

Summary

Senate Bill 2449 aims to enhance the information provided to inmates who are eligible for release on parole, post-release supervision, or probation. Under this bill, the releasing entity is mandated to notify inmates of the terms and conditions that govern their release, including the maximum period of supervision and the consequences of violating any law or condition of release. The notification must be presented in a written format and read aloud to the inmate to ensure understanding and acknowledgment prior to their release.

Contention

However, the bill may face contention regarding the rights of individuals on probation and parole. Critics may argue that the broad authority given to probation and parole officers, including the power to search an inmate's person, residence, or vehicle without a warrant, could infringe upon personal freedoms and privacy rights. Supporters of the bill may contend that these measures are necessary to ensure public safety and compliance with the conditions of release, leading to a debate over the balance between regulation and individual rights.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS HB282

Parole eligibility; revise for certain offenders and require Parole Board hearing before release of certain inmates.

MS SB2293

Conditional medical release; revise authority of MDOC.

MS SB2117

Earned-release supervision; require Parole Board to approve release of offenders.

MS HB867

DOC discharge plans; require explanation of disenfranchising crimes and opportunity for certain offenders to register to vote.

MS SB2495

State inmates; require MDOC to pay increased rate to house inmates in county jails.

MS SB2294

Restitution centers; transition to post-release reentry centers.

MS HB1130

State Parole Board; bring forward sections pertaining to.

MS SB2098

Juvenile offenders; provide alternative sentencing and early-release options when convicted of certain crimes.

MS HB1129

Corrections omnibus bill; enact.

MS HB346

Probation, post-release supervision and technical violations; revise certain time periods concerning.

Similar Bills

MS HB1404

Earned-discharge credits; authorize offenders on probation/parole to earn for participation in faith-based activities.

MS HB1429

Parolees who participate in faith-based or faith-based sponsored activities; authorize reduction of time spent on probation.

MS HB4

Parolees who participate in faith-based or faith-based sponsored activities; authorize reduction of time spent on probation.

MS HB5

Earned-discharge credits; authorize offenders on probation/parole to earn for participation in faith-based activities.

MS HB317

Earned-discharge credits; authorize offenders on probation/parole to earn for participation in faith-based activities.

MS HB520

Parolees who participate in faith-based or faith-based sponsored activities; authorize reduction of time spent on probation.

MS HB1982

Suffrage; restore to Tramaine Wagner of Walthall County.

MS HB4110

Suffrage; restore to Tramaine Wagner of Walthall County.