The Back the Badge law, now in effect in our state, is put in place to deter against violence against our law enforcement officers, firefighters, and emergency workers. This law expands Mississippi’s existing hate crimes law, which enhances penalties for…
Beginning July 1st, people in Mississippi who commit crimes against law enforcement officers, firefighters, and emergency workers will face doubled penalties. Governor Phil Bryant signed House Bill 645, the Back the Badge Act, meant as a response to killings of…
With a vote of 94 to 18, the Mississippi House has passed the Back the Badge Act. House Bill 645 would enhance penalties for crimes committed against law enforcement officers, firefighters, and emergency responders. The bill now heads to Governor…
While a "Blue Lives Matter" bill has already passed the Mississippi senate, the house is debating a separate bill that would enhance penalties for crimes committed against law enforcement officers, firefighters, and emergency responders. House Bill 645 is referred to…