Bill > SB1201

This bill modifies the existing law regarding election offenses by establishing specific misdemeanor offenses that carry potential penalties of up to one year in prison, a fine of up to $2,500, or both. The bill outlines 19 distinct election-related offenses, which include actions like stealing or damaging sample ballots, printing fraudulent sample ballots, employers preventing employees from engaging in political activities, improperly handling or distributing official ballots, interfering with voters at polling places, and engaging in disorderly conduct that disrupts election processes. Notable changes include removing language about voters showing their ballot with intent to reveal their vote and adding provisions about stealing or defacing campaign yard signs. The bill aims to maintain the integrity of the electoral process by establishing clear legal boundaries and consequences for actions that could potentially undermine fair elections, with offenses ranging from ballot manipulation and voter interference to improper conduct by election officials and candidates.

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https://www.senate.mo.gov/26info/BTS_Web/Bill.aspx?SessionType=R&BillID=355