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Criminal offenses; enhance penalties for certain if artificial intelligence was used in the commission of.

MS · Legislation · 2026 · HB840

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Record updated Feb 3, 2026

Summary

An Act To Impose An Enhanced Penalty On Defendants Who Knowingly And Intentionally Used An Artificial Intelligence System In The Commission Of A Designated Offense; To Provide, If The Designated Offense Is A Misdemeanor, The Defendant Shall Be Subject To An Additional Term Of Imprisonment For A Period Of Not Less Than Six Nor More Than Twelve Months And A Fine Not To Exceed Five Thousand Dollars; To Provide That, If The Designated Offense Is A Felony, The Defendant Shall Be Subject To An Additional Term Of Imprisonment For A Period Of Not Less Than Two Years And A Fine Not Less Than Five Thousand Dollars; To Provide Certain Notice Requirements; To Amend Section 97-5-33, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Prohibit The Transmission, Distribution Or Possession Of Visual Materials That Depict A Child That Would Appear Realistic To A Reasonable Observer Engaging In Sexually Explicit Conduct; And For Related Purposes.

Timeline

2026-02-03

H

Died In Committee

2026-01-16

H

Referred To Judiciary B

Bill Text

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