HB2822

Increases the penalties for the offense of animal abuse and establishes an animal abuse registry

Introduced·1/7/26
Introduced Text

Increases penalties for animal abuse and establishes a public registry for animal abusers in Missouri.

HB2822 increases the penalties for animal abuse offenses in Missouri, classifying them as felonies. It also establishes a public registry maintained by the Missouri State Highway Patrol, listing names and identifying information of those convicted of animal abuse offenses. The registry will be accessible on the Patrol's website and will include photographs taken during the booking process. The duration of listing varies based on the number of convictions, with removal possible if the conviction is expunged.

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Where it stands

Current
Emerging Issues Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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History

May 15

House

Referred: Emerging Issues(H)

Jan 8

House

Read Second Time (H)

Jan 7

House

Introduced and Read First Time (H)