HB2889

Modifies the offense of delivery of a controlled substance causing death in Missouri.

Missouri HB2889 repeals and replaces Section 579.022 of RSMo, establishing a new offense of delivery of a controlled substance causing death. This offense occurs when a person delivers or distributes a controlled substance, resulting in a death from its use. The bill specifies that it is not a defense for the user to have contributed to their own death by using the substance or consenting to its administration by another. The offense is classified as a class A felony. The term "controlled substance" is defined as a Schedule I or Schedule II controlled substance under section 195.017.