It shall be unlawful for any person to report a fire to another by any means, knowing that such report is false. Any violation of this section shall be punishable by imprisonment in the county jail not to exceed one (1) year or by fine not to exceed five hundred dollars ($500.00), or both.
Structure Mississippi Code
Chapter 35 - Crimes Against Public Peace and Safety
§ 97-35-9. Disturbance by explosions, noises or offensive conduct
§ 97-35-11. Disturbance by abusive language or indecent exposure; exception
§ 97-35-13. Disturbance in public place
§ 97-35-17. Disturbance of worship; proceedings and penalty
§ 97-35-21. Lighthouse property and navigation lights; destroying, extinguishing, etc.
§ 97-35-45. False alarm of fire
§ 97-35-47. False reporting of crime
§ 97-35-51. Obstructing access to emergency assistance; penalties