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===== Missouri Laws Regarding Registration =====

=== Who must register? ===

Who is required to Register 589.400-425; Offenses Requiring Registration 589.400\\
[[http://revisor.mo.gov/main/PageSelect.aspx?section=589.400&bid=30272&hl=|http://revisor.mo.gov/main/PageSelect.aspx?section=589.400&bid=30272&hl=]]

=== What information must registrants provide? ===

589.407. Registration, required information\\
[[http://revisor.mo.gov/main/OneSection.aspx?section=589.407&bid=35835|http://revisor.mo.gov/main/OneSection.aspx?section=589.407&bid=35835]]

Registrants need to know that "online identifiers" is interpreted to include IP addresses. This means that technically, any person who uses a dynamic IP address is committing a felony if they do not list each and every IP address ever assigned to them. 589.407 lists online identifiers as required information for registration.\\
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43.651(4) defines "online identifier," and it includes "all...other identity information."\\
[[https://revisor.mo.gov/main/OneSection.aspx?section=43.651|https://revisor.mo.gov/main/OneSection.aspx?section=43.651]]\\
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The Jackson County sheriff's office specifically states that this includes IP addresses.\\
[[https://www.jacksoncountysheriff.org/files/assets/sheriff/divisions/documents/sex-offender-faqs.pdf|https://www.jacksoncountysheriff.org/files/assets/sheriff/divisions/documents/sex-offender-faqs.pdf]]

=== How frequently must they register? And for how long? ===

For adults: 589.414, 3 and 4. Every 90 days or semi-annually\\
[[http://revisor.mo.gov/main/PageSelect.aspx?section=589.414&bid=30279&hl=|http://revisor.mo.gov/main/PageSelect.aspx?section=589.414&bid=30279&hl=]]\\
589.400, 2 - Lifetime\\
[[http://revisor.mo.gov/main/OneSection.aspx?section=589.400&bid=30272|http://revisor.mo.gov/main/OneSection.aspx?section=589.400&bid=30272]]\\
See also 211.425 juvenile registration\\
[[http://revisor.mo.gov/main/OneSection.aspx?section=211.425&bid=11548&hl=|http://revisor.mo.gov/main/OneSection.aspx?section=211.425&bid=11548&hl=]]

=== Does the state categorize registrants by levels/tiers? ===

Yes. The tiers are: Tier I, Tier II, and Tier III.\\
[[https://www.senate.mo.gov/18info/pdf-bill/tat/SB655.pdf|https://www.senate.mo.gov/18info/pdf-bill/tat/SB655.pdf]]

=== Does the state use risk assessment when assigning tiers or levels to registrants? ===

No.

=== Do any registrants remain privately registered? If so, who? ===

Certain juvenile offenders 211.425\\
[[http://revisor.mo.gov/main/OneSection.aspx?section=211.425&bid=11548&hl=|http://revisor.mo.gov/main/OneSection.aspx?section=211.425&bid=11548&hl= ]]

=== Is there a registration fee? ===

No

=== Are there special restrictions for registrants even after supervision? ===

566.147 1000 ft. residency\\
[[http://revisor.mo.gov/main/PageSelect.aspx?section=566.147&bid=29437&hl=|http://revisor.mo.gov/main/PageSelect.aspx?section=566.147&bid=29437&hl=]]\\
566.148,49,50 proximity/loitering\\
[[http://revisor.mo.gov/main/PageSelect.aspx?section=566.148&bid=29439&hl=|http://revisor.mo.gov/main/PageSelect.aspx?section=566.148&bid=29439&hl=]]\\
[[http://revisor.mo.gov/main/PageSelect.aspx?section=566.149&bid=29441&hl=|http://revisor.mo.gov/main/PageSelect.aspx?section=566.149&bid=29441&hl=]]\\
[[http://revisor.mo.gov/main/PageSelect.aspx?section=566.150&bid=34711&hl=|http://revisor.mo.gov/main/PageSelect.aspx?section=566.150&bid=34711&hl=]]\\
566.155 coaching\\
[[http://revisor.mo.gov/main/PageSelect.aspx?section=566.155&bid=29449&hl=|http://revisor.mo.gov/main/PageSelect.aspx?section=566.155&bid=29449&hl= ]]\\
589.426 Halloween restriction, including posting sign\\
[[http://revisor.mo.gov/main/PageSelect.aspx?section=589.426&bid=30285&hl=|http://revisor.mo.gov/main/PageSelect.aspx?section=589.426&bid=30285&hl=]]\\
Fees 589.414, 4 and 5\\
[[http://revisor.mo.gov/main/OneSection.aspx?section=589.414|http://revisor.mo.gov/main/OneSection.aspx?section=589.414]]

=== Is there a process for removal from the registry? If so, who qualifies and what is the process? ===

589.400, 7and 8. For just a few offenses: Committing or expiring to commit promoting prostitution 2nd & 3rd degree, public display of explicit sexual material, and statutory rape 2nd degree. Also for youthful offenders (see Romeo & Juliet below).\\
[[http://revisor.mo.gov/main/PageSelect.aspx?section=589.400&bid=30272&hl=|http://revisor.mo.gov/main/PageSelect.aspx?section=589.400&bid=30272&hl=]]

=== What is the registration requirement for someone with a sexual offense who is visiting the state? ===

If Must register if in state more than 7 days in a year 589.400 1.(8)\\
[[http://revisor.mo.gov/main/OneSection.aspx?section=589.400&bid=30272|http://revisor.mo.gov/main/OneSection.aspx?section=589.400&bid=30272/a>]]

=== What is the registration requirement for someone with a sexual offense who will be moving to the state to live or to attend school? ===

589.400 1.(8). Within three days\\
[[http://revisor.mo.gov/main/PageSelect.aspx?section=589.400&bid=30272&hl=|http://revisor.mo.gov/main/PageSelect.aspx?section=589.400&bid=30272&hl=]]


===== State Laws Regarding Sexual Offenses and Offenders, other than registration =====

=== What sexual offenses can people be convicted of, and what are the ranges of sentences? ===

566.030 - 566.071. Click forward arrow on 1st statute to continue.\\
[[http://revisor.mo.gov/main/OneSection.aspx?section=566.030|http://revisor.mo.gov/main/OneSection.aspx?section=566.030]]\\
568.020\\
[[http://revisor.mo.gov/main/OneSection.aspx?section=568.020&bid=29500|http://revisor.mo.gov/main/OneSection.aspx?section=568.020&bid=29500]]

=== Does the state have lifetime supervision? ===

Yes, based solely on conviction.\\
559.106 For those sentenced to probation alone\\
[[https://revisor.mo.gov/main/OneSection.aspx?section=559.106&bid=29112&hl=559.106%u2044|https://revisor.mo.gov/main/OneSection.aspx?section=559.106&bid=29112&hl=559.106%u2044]]\\
217.735 For those sentenced to imprisonment\\
[[https://revisor.mo.gov/main/OneSection.aspx?section=217.735&bid=35658&hl=217.735%u204|https://revisor.mo.gov/main/OneSection.aspx?section=217.735&bid=35658&hl=217.735%u204]]

=== Does the state have indeterminate sentencing? ===

No.

=== What are the state civil commitment laws? ===

MO. REV. STAT. §§ 632.480-.513\\
[[https://revisor.mo.gov/main/OneSection.aspx?section=632.480|https://revisor.mo.gov/main/OneSection.aspx?section=632.480]]\\
Specifically 632.484\\
[[http://revisor.mo.gov/main/OneSection.aspx?section=632.484&bid=30972|http://revisor.mo.gov/main/OneSection.aspx?section=632.484&bid=30972]]\\
SMMCHC Missouri Sex Offender Rehabilitation and Treatment Services\\
[[https://dmh.mo.gov/smmhc/sorts/about|https://dmh.mo.gov/smmhc/sorts/about]]

=== What is the age of consent? ===

Age 17 566.034\\
[[http://revisor.mo.gov/main/OneSection.aspx?section=566.034&bid=29394|http://revisor.mo.gov/main/OneSection.aspx?section=566.034&bid=29394]]

=== Are there “Romeo and Juliet” laws or other laws specific to young people? ===

566.034 says person must be 21 or older to be charged with stat rape 2\\
[[http://revisor.mo.gov/main/OneSection.aspx?section=566.034&bid=29394|http://revisor.mo.gov/main/OneSection.aspx?section=566.034&bid=29394]]


===== Info for State Advocates =====

=== Are felons allowed to vote? If so, when is this right restored? ===

US Vote Foundation Missouri Ex-Offender Voting Rights\\
[[https://felonvoting.procon.org/sourcefiles/missouri-felony-voter-registration-2017.pdf|https://felonvoting.procon.org/sourcefiles/missouri-felony-voter-registration-2017.pdf]]

=== What does the state say about persons who are required to register? ===

[[http://www.mshp.dps.mo.gov/MSHPWeb/PatrolDivisions/CRID/SOR/factsheet.html|http://www.mshp.dps.mo.gov/MSHPWeb/PatrolDivisions/CRID/SOR/factsheet.html]]\\
[[http://www.mshp.dps.missouri.gov/MSHPWeb/PatrolDivisions/CRID/SOR/SORPage.html|http://www.mshp.dps.missouri.gov/MSHPWeb/PatrolDivisions/CRID/SOR/SORPage.html]]

=== How does the state’s legislative process work? ===

Missouri General Assembly Legislative Branch\\
[[https://www.mo.gov/government/legislative-branch/|https://www.mo.gov/government/legislative-branch/]]\\
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How a bill becomes law\\
[[https://www.senate.mo.gov/bill-law.htm|https://www.senate.mo.gov/bill-law.htm]]\\
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Track a bill\\
[[http://www.house.mo.gov/billcentral.aspx|http://www.house.mo.gov/billcentral.aspx]]\\
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Missouri Revised Statutes\\
[[http://revisor.mo.gov/main/Home.aspx|http://revisor.mo.gov/main/Home.aspx]]\\
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Or use Legiscan\\
[[https://legiscan.com/MO|https://legiscan.com/MO]]

=== How can I locate legislation regarding sexual offense issues? ===

If you know the bill #:\\
[[https://house.mo.gov/billcentral.aspx|https://house.mo.gov/billcentral.aspx ]]\\
Search by number or key words\\
[[http://www.senate.mo.gov/BTSSearch/Default.aspx|http://www.senate.mo.gov/BTSSearch/Default.aspx]]

=== Best keywords are: ===

Sexual crime; sex offender; sex offender registry

=== How to sign up for notifications of bill movement: ===

Bill Tracking:\\
[[https://fastdemocracy.com/states/mo/|https://fastdemocracy.com/states/mo/]]

=== Most important legislative committees for our issues are: ===

LEGISLATIVE OVERSIGHT DIVISION\\
[[https://ballotpedia.org/Legislative_Oversight_Committee,_Missouri_House_of_Representatives|https://ballotpedia.org/Legislative_Oversight_Committee,_Missouri_House_of_Representatives]]\\
Appropriations\\
[[https://ballotpedia.org/Appropriations_Committee,_Missouri_State_Senate|https://ballotpedia.org/Appropriations_Committee,_Missouri_State_Senate]]\\
Crime prevention and public safety\\
[[https://ballotpedia.org/Crime_Prevention_and_Public_Safety_Committee,_Missouri_House_of_Representatives|https://ballotpedia.org/Crime_Prevention_and_Public_Safety_Committee,_Missouri_House_of_Representatives]]

=== Contact info for state legislators can be found at: ===

Find your legislator (click on pic for contact info):\\
[[http://www.senate.mo.gov/LegisLookup/default.aspx/leg_lookup.aspx|http://www.senate.mo.gov/LegisLookup/default.aspx/leg_lookup.aspx]]\\
House of Representatives\\
[[https://www.house.mo.gov/MemberRoster.aspx|https://www.house.mo.gov/MemberRoster.aspx]]


===== Other Useful State Information =====

=== Contact information for state registry office ===

[[mosor@mshp.dps.mo.gov|]]\\
1-888-767-6747 or 573-526-6348\\
Multiple contacts here.\\
[[http://www.mshp.dps.missouri.gov/MSHPWeb/AboutThePatrol/contactUs.html|http://www.mshp.dps.missouri.gov/MSHPWeb/AboutThePatrol/contactUs.html]]

=== NARSOL state affiliate website or blog: ===

[[https://www.narsol.org/contact-us/|No affiliate at present. If you would like to start an affiliate or your organization would like to be an affiliate, contact NARSOL for details\\
888-997-7765.\\
Email NARSOL]]

=== Other helpful state advocacy groups: ===

Response needed.

=== Other registrant-friendly state support groups: ===

Response needed.

=== Other helpful information ===

[[http://sexoffenderonestopresource.com/Missouri/|http://sexoffenderonestopresource.com/Missouri/ ]]\\
[[http://www.sexoffenderresource.com/missouri/|http://www.sexoffenderresource.com/missouri/]]