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MO HB1741
Bill
Status
2/5/2014
Primary Sponsor
Kevin Engler
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AI Summary
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Expands the definition of "sexually violent predator" to include persons convicted in other jurisdictions, not just Missouri, by adding language "in this state or any other jurisdiction" to Section 632.480(5)(a).
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Allows the attorney general to file a petition for detention and evaluation in the county where an overt act was committed if the person was convicted in another jurisdiction, rather than only in the county of conviction.
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Clarifies that prosecutors' review committee composition includes "if the conviction was in this state" when specifying the prosecuting attorney of the conviction county should be included on the five-member committee.
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Maintains existing procedures for multidisciplinary team assessment, mental health evaluation, and court detention orders for persons meeting the sexually violent predator definition.
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Preserves immunity from liability for agencies, employees, and officials acting in good faith and without gross negligence in administering these provisions.
Legislative Description
Allows a sexually violent offense conviction in another state to be considered when determining whether a person is a sexually violent predator for purposes of confinement and treatment
Last Action
HCS Voted Do Pass (H)
3/12/2014