SB2031 - Child support; award children of deceased victim of aggravated DUI.

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An Act To Create A New Section Within Title 63, Chapter 11, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide That A Defendant Convicted Of Aggravated Dui Where The Deceased Victim Of The Offense Was The Parent Of A Minor Child Shall Pay Restitution In The Form Of Child Support; To Provide That The Court Shall Determine An Amount That Is Reasonable After Considered Certain Factors; To Provide For The Disbursement Of The Support To The Child's Parent Or Guardian; To Provide For The Defendant's Inability To Pay During Incarceration; To Provide That Child Support Payments Shall Continue Until Paid In Full Without Regard To The Age Of The Child; To Provide That A Child Support Order Under This Section Shall Be Offset By A Subsequent Civil Judgment Entered Against The Defendant For The Benefit Of The Minor Child; And For Related Purposes.