HB2261

Missouri HB2261 modifies the offense of littering, including penalties for releasing balloons outdoors.

Missouri HB2261 modifies the offense of littering by introducing specific penalties for releasing balloons outdoors. The bill classifies littering as a class C misdemeanor unless it creates a substantial risk of physical injury or property damage. Penalties include fines ranging from $100 to $500 for a first offense and up to $1,000 for subsequent offenses. The bill also imposes higher fines for intentionally releasing or abandoning eleven or more balloons, with fines starting at $500 for a first offense and increasing to $2,000 for subsequent offenses.