Loading chat...
MO SB561
Bill
AI Summary
-
Expands venue options for prosecuting offenses under Chapter 570 (theft and related crimes) beyond just identity theft offenses previously covered under sections 570.223, 570.224, and 575.120
-
Allows Chapter 570 offenses to be prosecuted in the county where the victim resides or conducts business
-
Permits prosecution in the county where property obtained or attempted to be obtained was located
-
Maintains existing venue options: the county where the offense was committed, or any county where elements of the crime occurred if the offense spans multiple counties
-
Amends Section 541.033, RSMo, which governs venue for criminal prosecutions in Missouri
Legislative Description
Allows certain offenses to be prosecuted in the county in which the victim resides or conducts business or where stolen property was located
Last Action
HCS Voted Do Pass H Select Committee on State and Local Governments (Pursuant to H Rule 27.13)
4/30/2015