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This bill modifies Missouri law regarding the filing of false documents by expanding the definition and enforcement mechanisms for such offenses. Specifically, it establishes a comprehensive process for identifying, reviewing, and challenging potentially fraudulent documents filed with government agencies, credit bureaus, or financial institutions. The bill requires receiving agencies to make suspicious documents available for review by law enforcement and prosecutors without charging fees, and mandates that agencies notify county law enforcement and prosecutors within two business days of receiving a suspicious filing. If a document is suspected to be false, a petitioner can file a probable cause statement in the county court where the document was originally filed, which will trigger an initial hearing within twenty business days. If a court determines a document to be invalid, the original filing party will be responsible for court costs, and the ruling can be forwarded to credit bureaus. The bill also specifies that commissioned peace officers are responsible for ensuring compliance and reporting potential deliberate violations to prosecutors. The goal appears to be creating a more robust system for detecting and addressing fraudulent document filings that could be used to defraud, harass, or financially harm individuals or institutions.

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https://www.senate.mo.gov/25info/BTS_Web/Bill.aspx?SessionType=R&BillID=263