1880 Miss. Rev. Code 775
Abstract
Ch. 77, § 2983: If any person assaults and beats another with a cowhide, whip or stick, having at the time in his possession a pistol or other deadly weapon, with intent to intimidate the person assaulted, and prevent him from defending himself, he shall on conviction be imprisoned in the penitentiary not longer than ten years.]
Summary
This statute makes it a serious felony to assault and beat someone with a cowhide, whip, or stick while carrying a pistol or other deadly weapon to intimidate them and prevent self-defense, carrying a penalty of up to ten years in the penitentiary.
Law Text
§ 2983. If any person assaults and beats another with a cowhide, whip or stick, having at the time in his possession a pistol or other deadly weapon, with intent to intimidate the person assaulted, and prevent him from defending himself, he shall on conviction be imprisoned in the penitentiary not longer than ten years.
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COMMITTING CRIME W/ WEAPON