Probable cause hearings; require before arrest.

HB 1158 would require a judicial probable cause hearing to determine if an arrest is necessary before law enforcement can detain someone, directly affecting law enforcement officers and individuals subject to arrest. The bill amends Mississippi law to mandate this hearing for all arrests (except during active crimes or immediate threats), replacing current practices where officers could make arrests without prior judicial review. Exceptions would still apply for arrests during ongoing offenses or when a warrant is already issued. The bill died in committee in February 2026 and never took effect.