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New state law strives to ensure voting for inmates in jail

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2 months ago

July 16, 2024

www.wcbi.com – Anthony Jenkins – 2024-07-16 21:12:51

SUMMARY: Mississippi has enacted House Bill 1406, effective July 1, allowing some incarcerated individuals to vote via absentee ballot if serving time for nondisenfranchising crimes. Inmates can request a ballot by phone or in person. However, they must vote in their home county and be registered voters. The law addresses previous ambiguities about absentee voting for inmates. Clay County Circuit Clerk Kim Brown Hood and Sheriff Eddie Scott support the law for providing fair voting access to inmates and clarifying the absentee voting process. The law is seen as a positive step towards simplifying and promoting civic participation among inmates.

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West Point and Clay county on the look out for bike thief

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38 mins ago

September 19, 2024

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www.wcbi.com – Eric Lampkin – 2024-09-19 15:12:10

SUMMARY: West Point police and Clay County deputies are seeking assistance in catching a bicycle thief responsible for a series of burglaries on September 16. The incidents occurred in multiple locations, including Park Circle and East Broad Street. Authorities suspect the thief used a bike, potentially stolen, which is depicted in a provided image. Residents with home security cameras are urged to check for unusual activity and report any findings. Tips can be shared with the West Point Police Department or Golden Triangle Crimestoppers at (662) 494-0109. Community vigilance is crucial in addressing local crime.

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Girlfriend of man convicted killing two near Hal’s St. Paddy’s Parade pleads guilty

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1 hour ago

September 19, 2024

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-09-19 14:25:27

SUMMARY: Jenny Lukens, the girlfriend of Jordan Cummins, who was convicted of killing two people during the Hal’s St. Paddy’s Parade in March 2023, pleaded guilty to hindering prosecution. She was sentenced on September 16, 2024, to 10 years, with six years suspended and four served under house arrest. Lukens admitted to misleading police to help Cummins, who received a life sentence for two counts of first-degree murder on June 24, 2024. During the trial, she testified that she was not physically assaulted by Cummins, despite inconsistencies in her story.

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State calls final witnesses in Carly Gregg trial

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3 hours ago

September 19, 2024

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www.wjtv.com – Tia McKenzie – 2024-09-19 12:31:19

SUMMARY: In the trial of Carly Gregg, a Rankin County teenager accused of killing her mother and injuring her stepfather, the state presented its final witnesses. Expert testimonies highlighted contradictions in Gregg’s statements post-arrest, notably her failure to mention hallucinations to medical professionals. Contrarily, a counselor found no signs of mental distress in her behavior. The state argued against Gregg’s potential insanity plea due to admitted marijuana use before the incident. After rejecting a plea deal, Gregg faces life in prison if convicted of murder and other charges. The shooting occurred in March 2024, with Gregg later apprehended nearby.

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