MO SB1170

Allows individuals wrongfully convicted and imprisoned for felonies to file civil suits in circuit court seeking damages from the state, with claims to be filed within two years of exoneration or by August 28, 2028 for those released before the law's effective date

Provides compensation of $179 per day of imprisonment (capped at $65,000 per fiscal year), plus at least $25,000 per year served on parole, post-release supervision, or required sex offender registration

Awards are paid as an initial payment up to $100,000 or 25% (whichever is greater), with the remainder as an annuity not exceeding $80,000 per year; attorney's fees capped at $25,000 unless the court authorizes more

Grants successful claimants a certificate of innocence, automatic expungement of all arrest and conviction records, and destruction of DNA samples held by the Missouri State Highway Patrol

Provides tuition assistance at public higher education institutions for up to 120 credit hours, with potential additional fee reimbursement for room, board, equipment, and books subject to appropriations