DeSoto County; authorize to cease participation in DeSoto County Crime Stoppers, Inc.

Court costs shift to state crime program

DeSoto County can no longer add up to $1 for each misdemeanor case filed in its justice court. Hernando, Olive Branch, Horn Lake, and Southaven may still add up to $1 per misdemeanor case in their municipal courts, but each city must adopt and record a resolution first. Cities that collect the cost must pay it monthly to the State Crime Stoppers Program. The money supports information leading to the capture and conviction of people who commit crimes in DeSoto County. The law takes effect upon passage.