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MO SB1274

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/7/2026

Primary Sponsor

Curtis Trent

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Removes the explicit "without a notarization requirement" language from the general application provision for mental health detention evaluations under Section 632.305, RSMo

  • Adds a new subsection clarifying that no notarization is required for applications filed by peace officers, medical professionals, or hospital employees acting on behalf of a hospital as defined in section 197.020

  • Expands the notarization exemption to cover all supporting documents including affidavits, declarations, and other documentation submitted with detention applications

  • Requires all applications and supporting documents to be subject to section 492.060, allowing for declaration under penalty of perjury as an alternative to notarization

  • Detention for evaluation and treatment at mental health facilities remains limited to 96 hours unless further detention is authorized

Legislative Description

Modifies provisions relating to notarization requirements for certain mental health detentions

Last Action

Second Read and Referred S Judiciary and Civil and Criminal Jurisprudence Committee

1/27/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary And Civil And Criminal Jurisprudence1/27/2026

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