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MO HB2511
Bill
Status
2/9/2016
Primary Sponsor
Joe Adams
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AI Summary
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Prosecutors prohibited from charging prostitution as a felony offense if the offender was under the control of an agent at the time of the crime
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Individuals previously charged with felony prostitution may request a court hearing to seek expungement if they were acting under the authority of an agent when the offense occurred
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"Agent" defined as a person who solicits customers for a prostitute, usually in return for a share of the earnings (commonly known as a pimp)
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Adds new section 567.125 to Missouri Revised Statutes Chapter 567
Legislative Description
Prohibits prosecuting attorneys from charging a felony for prostitution if the person charged with prostitution was under the control of an agent
Last Action
Referred: Civil and Criminal Proceedings(H)
5/13/2016