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MO HB2868
Bill
Status
1/8/2026
Primary Sponsor
Cameron Bunting Parker
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AI Summary
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Expands DNA collection requirements for individuals age 17+ arrested for felony offenses under chapter 579 (drug offenses) and specific felony sections including 288.395, 570.030, 570.090, 575.150, and 577.010
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Removes the requirement for DNA collection upon conviction of "a felony" generally, narrowing conviction-based collection to only offenses under chapter 566 (sexual offenses)
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Adds provision eliminating duplicate DNA sample collection if a person's sample is already in the database and has not been expunged by court order
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Missouri State Highway Patrol and Department of Corrections retain enforcement authority, with individuals having no right of refusal and force authorized as necessary for collection
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DNA records remain closed under chapter 610, with unauthorized use or dissemination for non-criminal justice purposes classified as a class A misdemeanor
Legislative Description
Modifies provisions relating to the collection of DNA samples in criminal cases
Last Action
Reported Do Pass (H) - AYES: 8 NOES: 0 PRESENT: 1
3/12/2026