Missouri SB949 creates the offense of judicial malfeasance for judges who release prior or persistent offenders during a trial, leading to felony.
Missouri SB949 establishes the offense of judicial malfeasance for judges who, while performing their duties, release individuals classified as prior or persistent offenders during a criminal trial. If such a released individual commits a felony, the judge faces a class E felony charge. Those charged or convicted of judicial malfeasance are referred to the commission on retirement, removal, and discipline for potential disqualification or removal by the Missouri Supreme Court.
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