Subsequent offense; revise how a first offense is calculated.

HB 54 would change how Mississippi calculates second or subsequent drug offense convictions. It specifies that a prior conviction counts toward "second offense" status only if it was for a separate drug incident (not related to the current case) and resulted in a sentence of one year or more. If this applies, the person could face double the maximum prison term or fines for the current offense. The bill affects individuals convicted of repeat drug offenses under specific circumstances. It died in committee in February 2025 and was never enacted.