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This bill modifies Missouri's existing law regarding rioting by changing the classification of the offense from a Class A misdemeanor to a Class E felony. Under the proposed legislation, rioting is defined as knowingly assembling with six or more other persons who agree to violate state or federal criminal laws using force or violence, and then actually carrying out such a violation while still assembled. The reclassification from a misdemeanor to a felony represents a significant escalation in the potential legal consequences for individuals participating in riots, which would likely result in more serious penalties such as longer potential prison sentences and more substantial fines. By increasing the severity of the offense, the bill appears aimed at creating stronger deterrents against collective violent or unlawful group actions.

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