MO HB236

Provides immunity from drug possession charges for individuals who seek emergency medical assistance for someone experiencing an overdose, as well as for the person experiencing the overdose

Limits immunity to possession of specified quantities: less than 3 grams of heroin, cocaine, morphine, or LSD; less than 6 grams of PCP, ketamine, or methaqualone; less than 40 grams of peyote, amphetamines, barbiturates, or imitation controlled substances

Immunity does not apply if law enforcement had reasonable suspicion or probable cause based on information obtained independently of the emergency assistance call

Does not protect against charges for drug delivery, distribution, drug-induced murder, or other crimes unrelated to simple possession

Courts must consider a defendant's act of seeking emergency overdose assistance as a mitigating factor when determining sentences for drug-related offenses