Mississippi § 97-9-129 - Sentencing.
Full text of Mississippi Mississippi Code of 1972 Annotated § 97-9-129 — Sentencing., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 97-9-129. Sentencing.
A person who has been convicted of any Class 1 felony under this article shall be sentenced to imprisonment for a term of not more than fifteen (15) years or fined not more than Five Thousand Dollars ($5,000.00), or both. A person who has been convicted of any Class 2 felony under this article shall be sentenced to imprisonment for a term of not more than ten (10) years or fined not more than Three Thousand Dollars ($3,000.00), or both. A person who has been convicted of any misdemeanor under this article shall be sentenced to confinement in the county jail for a term of not more than one (1) year or fined not more than One Thousand Dollars ($1,000.00), or both.
Frequently Asked Questions About Mississippi § 97-9-129
What does Mississippi Code of 1972 Annotated § 97-9-129 cover?
Section 97-9-129 ("Sentencing.") is part of the Mississippi Code of 1972 Annotated, the codified statutory law of Mississippi. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Mississippi § 97-9-129?
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Is this the official text of Mississippi law?
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How does Mississippi § 97-9-129 apply to my situation?
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