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MO SB699

MO SB699
Modifies provisions relating to statute of limitations for felony sexual offenses


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Introduced
03/01/2023
In Committee
04/06/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/12/2023

Introduced Session

2023 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Modifies provisions relating to statute of limitations for felony sexual offenses

AI Summary

This bill modifies the statute of limitations for felony sexual offenses in Missouri. It removes the time limitations for prosecuting certain felony sexual offenses, including rape, forcible rape, sodomy, and other felonies under Chapter 566. The bill also maintains the existing statute of limitations for other types of felonies, misdemeanors, and infractions, with some exceptions for fraud, fiduciary duty violations, and misconduct in office. The bill aims to provide more opportunities for the prosecution of felony sexual offenses, which can often have long investigative timelines.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Second Read and Referred S Judiciary and Civil and Criminal Jurisprudence Committee (on 04/06/2023)

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