Mississippi Law Expands when Juveniles Can Be Tried as Adults

Mississippi law expands when juveniles can be tried as adults

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) – A new Mississippi law now in effect expands the circumstances under which juveniles bypass youth court and are tried as adults in circuit court. Senate Bill 2710 adds a broader category of cases tied to firearm possession combined with crimes of violence—a list the law describes as lengthy. Previously, juveniles were automatically charged as adults only under a narrower definition, limited to life- or death-eligible crime…

New law targets teen gun violence in Mississippi - WXXV News 25

A host of new laws take effect July 1 following the 2026 Legislative Session. One is getting a lot of attention. As of July 1, teenagers who commit crimes with guns will now be charged as adults. The law means juveniles will bypass youth court and head straight to circuit court. WXXV News 25’s Dave Elliott spoke to Long Beach Police Chief Billy Seal about teen violence involving guns and the new law. Hear what Chief Seal has to say in the video …