MO HB164

Removes jurisdiction of juvenile courts over children 15 and one-half years of age who violate state or municipal traffic ordinances or regulations that do not constitute felonies, limiting jurisdiction to children under 15 years of age.

Establishes that juvenile courts have exclusive original jurisdiction over children and persons 17 years of age alleged to be in need of care and treatment, including neglect, lack of proper custody, mental health service needs, and living in structures deemed public nuisances.

Provides procedures for transferring cases involving children and youth between counties, including transfer prior to petition filing, during pending proceedings, and after disposition with consent of the receiving court.

Requires juvenile courts to notify the child's home county within 72 hours when a child or person 17 years of age is taken into custody in a different county.

Requires juvenile officers to contact parents to verify homeschooling status before reporting violations of compulsory school attendance laws for homeschooled children, with any violation reports directed to the prosecuting attorney of the child's legal residence.