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This bill modifies several Missouri statutes related to firearm possession for individuals involved in domestic violence situations. The legislation expands restrictions on firearm possession for those subject to orders of protection or convicted of domestic violence offenses. Specifically, the bill now requires courts issuing a full order of protection to: 1) prohibit the respondent from possessing or purchasing firearms while the order is in effect, 2) inform the respondent of this prohibition in writing and verbally, and 3) forward the order to the Missouri State Highway Patrol to update the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS). The bill also updates the unlawful possession of firearm statutes to include individuals convicted of misdemeanor domestic violence offenses and those subject to protection orders. Additionally, the legislation mandates that courts forward conviction records for domestic assault and stalking to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, which must then notify the FBI within 24 hours. These changes aim to enhance protections for domestic violence victims by creating more comprehensive restrictions on firearm access for individuals with a history of domestic violence or who are subject to protective orders.

Transportation and Infrastructure

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