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MO HB1087

MO HB1087
Modifies provisions relating to the termination of parental rights of a rapist after a child was conceived and born as a result of rape


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Introduced
02/28/2017
In Committee
03/29/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/12/2017

Introduced Session

2017 Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT To repeal section 211.447, RSMo, and to enact in lieu thereof one new section relating to the termination of parental rights of a convicted rapist.

AI Summary

This bill modifies provisions relating to the termination of parental rights of a rapist after a child was conceived and born as a result of rape. It allows a court to terminate the parental rights of a biological father if clear and convincing evidence shows he committed forcible rape or first-degree rape against the biological mother, resulting in the child's conception. The court can order the biological father to pay for expenses related to the pregnancy, labor, delivery, and early childhood care of the mother and child, as well as provide child support and inheritance rights, without granting him any custody, visitation, or other parent-child relationship.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Referred: Children and Families(H) (on 03/29/2017)

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