Constables; remove prohibition against receiving fee for making arrests or attending trials for motor vehicle violations committed on highways.

HB 1270 removes a prohibition that previously prevented Mississippi constables from receiving fees for making arrests or attending trials related to motor vehicle violations committed on highways within their district. This change directly affects county constables who enforce traffic laws on state highways, allowing them to be compensated for these specific duties. The bill amends Section 19-19-5 of the Mississippi Code to eliminate this restriction, though it does not alter other fee structures or training requirements for constables. The policy change takes effect July 1, 2025.