MO SB893

Replaces the term "child pornography" with "child sexual abuse material" throughout Missouri law, expanding the definition to include computer-generated images indistinguishable from real minors and anatomically correct dolls, mannequins, or robots with child-like features intended for sexual purposes

Creates the new crime of "Grooming of a Minor" (Evie and Sophie's Law), making it a Class C felony (Class B if sexual conduct occurs) for persons 21 or older to engage in a pattern of conduct with overtly sexual acts or communications directed at a minor, with a minimum 5-year sentence before parole eligibility

Elevates patronizing prostitution from a Class B misdemeanor to a Class E felony, with enhanced penalties up to Class B felony when the victim is 15 or younger, eliminating the defense that the defendant believed the person was 18 or older

Establishes a 20-year civil statute of limitations for child sex trafficking victims, measured from when the plaintiff turns 21, or 3 years from discovering the injury was caused by trafficking

Transfers the Statewide Council Against Adult Trafficking and Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children to the Attorney General's office, requiring quarterly meetings and creating a dedicated fund for anti-trafficking efforts

Mandates human trafficking awareness training for multiple professions effective January 1, 2027: prosecuting attorneys (1 hour annually), EMTs/paramedics (1-4 hours phased in), juvenile officers (1 hour annually), licensed professional counselors (2 hours), and lodging establishment employees (within 180 days of hire, then annually)

Expands nonconsensual dissemination of private sexual images laws to cover victims of all ages, elevating penalties to Class C felony when the victim is a minor or vulnerable person, and Class B felony for threats causing serious physical injury or death

Adds grooming of a minor, possession of child sexual abuse material, and nonconsensual dissemination offenses involving minors to the sex offender registry requirements, with offenders classified into three tiers requiring annual, semiannual, or quarterly reporting

Requires registered sex offenders to report changes to name, residence, employment, student status, vehicle information, and electronic communication identifiers within 3 business days, with nonresident workers and students required to register for the duration of their time in Missouri