Bill > HB2407

This bill establishes new legal provisions regarding adult cabaret performances, creating a new criminal offense for performing such shows in public spaces or locations where they might be viewed by minors. The bill defines an "adult cabaret performance" as an entertainment show featuring topless dancers, go-go dancers, exotic dancers, strippers, or male/female impersonators that appeals to prurient interests, regardless of whether it is performed for payment. The legislation makes such performances a class A misdemeanor for a first offense, escalating to a class E felony for subsequent offenses. The bill also expands definitions related to sexually oriented businesses and performances, adding new categories like "adult cabaret performance" to existing legal frameworks covering adult entertainment. Importantly, the bill includes provisions that preempt local ordinances that might conflict with these new state-level regulations, effectively establishing a uniform standard across Missouri for regulating adult performances. The legislation appears aimed at restricting adult entertainment performances in public or easily accessible spaces, particularly where they might be potentially viewed by minors.