SB1789

Modifies sentencing for persistent and dangerous offenders in Missouri, increasing imprisonment terms.

This bill modifies sentencing provisions in Missouri for individuals found to be persistent or dangerous offenders. It mandates that courts sentence such offenders to the authorized term of imprisonment for a crime one class higher than the offense for which they were found guilty. Definitions include "prior offender," "persistent offender," and "dangerous offender," with specific criteria for each. The bill also repeals and replaces section 558.016, RSMo, to reflect these changes.