Bentley and Mason's Law mandates child maintenance for children whose parents died due to a DUI-related offense.
Bentley and Mason's Law, established by Missouri HB1910, requires individuals convicted of driving while intoxicated (DUI) and causing the death of a child's parent to pay child maintenance. This maintenance continues until the child reaches 18, marries, enters military duty, or turns 21, unless the child is enrolled in secondary or higher education. Children with developmental disabilities or health issues affecting their ability to meet credit hour requirements remain eligible for maintenance as long as they are enrolled in and attending an institution of higher education.
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