Criminal Justice (Domestic Violence)

in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 3429: Requires the department of public safety to establish an office dedicated to preventing the targeting of African American women and girls

HB 3429 creates a dedicated office within Missouri’s Department of Public Safety focused on addressing disparities in cases involving missing and murdered African American women and girls. The office will collect and analyze data on missing persons, homicides, Amber alerts, and trafficking cases involving this group, comparing outcomes to other demographics. It will develop recommendations for legislative, agency, and community actions to improve responses, particularly regarding labor trafficking, sex trafficking, and domestic violence intersections. The office must report annual data and outcomes to the legislature by January 15 each year, including case statistics and analysis of justice system responses. This bill directly affects Missouri law enforcement agencies, state departments, and the communities impacted by these cases.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeAddresses racial disparities in missing persons/homicide cases involving African American women, promoting equitable criminal justice responses through data collection and recommendations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Domestic Violence Human Trafficking Law Enforcement

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 3426: Modifies provisions relating to criminal offenses, including 48-hour holds, assault, domestic violence, stalking, and violations of no contact orders

HB 3426 modifies Missouri's domestic violence protection laws, primarily affecting victims seeking orders and respondents accused of abuse. It establishes new temporary orders prohibiting contact, access to shared housing, and communication, while banning mutual protection orders unless both parties properly filed petitions. Key provisions include courts granting custody, visitation, housing payments, pet custody, and wireless phone number transfers to victims, with specific rules for safety and property. These changes apply to cases under sections 455.010-455.085 of Missouri law.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeStrengthens victim protections in domestic violence cases through new temporary orders, custody/housing provisions, and banning mutual orders without proper filings, aligning with criminal justice reform indicators.92% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill ensures domestic violence victims access to shared housing and housing payments via court orders, strengthening tenant protections within domestic violence context.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Domestic Violence Violent Crime

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 2345: Authorizes tax credits for developing or renting housing for victims of domestic violence

HB 2345 creates tax credits for Missouri taxpayers who donate to domestic violence shelters or rape crisis centers. Businesses and individuals can claim a 50% tax credit for donations before July 1, 2022, and 70% after, up to $50,000 annually per taxpayer. The bill limits total annual credits to $2 million before 2022 (no limit after), requires donations of at least $100 to qualify, and includes a $1,000 credit for converting abandoned property into shelters starting in 2027. It directly affects taxpayers making qualifying donations and shelters classified by the Department of Social Services.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates tax credits to incentivize donations to domestic violence shelters, directly funding essential services through tax incentives per bill's explicit purpose.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill provides tax credits for domestic violence shelter housing, directly supporting victim services within criminal justice reform by enhancing safety and resources for victims.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill provides tax credits for developing housing for domestic violence victims and converting abandoned property into shelters, directly funding affordable housing solutions for a vulnerable population.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Domestic Violence

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in committee · Missouri · Senate Feb 3, 2026

SB 873: Authorizes a tax credit for providing housing to victims of domestic violence

SB 873 proposes a tax credit for landlords or housing providers who offer shelter to victims of domestic violence. This bill directly affects housing organizations and property owners by providing a financial incentive to support survivors. The key mechanism is a tax credit that offsets the costs associated with providing safe housing, without requiring victims to pay for it directly. The bill is currently in committee review and has not yet been enacted.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax credit to housing providers for domestic violence victims, offering fiscal incentive to support essential housing services.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill provides tax credit for housing victims of domestic violence, a core component of criminal justice reform focused on victim safety and support services.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingProvides tax credit to landlords for housing domestic violence victims, directly funding housing support for a vulnerable group.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Domestic Violence Affordable Housing Property Taxes Tenant Rights

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in committee · Missouri · House Feb 18, 2026

HB 3058: Establishes a registry of persistent domestic violence offenders

HB 3058 creates a public registry for individuals convicted of multiple domestic violence offenses against family or household members. It requires courts to order registration for offenders with at least one prior conviction for such an offense, collecting their name, photo, offense details, and conviction dates while excluding addresses and ID numbers. Offenders pay a $150 registration fee ($100 funds domestic violence prevention programs), and their names are removed from the registry after 5-20 years based on prior convictions. The registry, maintained by Missouri’s Highway Patrol, will be accessible online but expires six years after implementation unless renewed.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill creates public registry for repeat domestic violence offenders, enhances public safety tracking, and funds prevention programs - directly advancing criminal justice reform through offender accountability and community protection.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Domestic Violence

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 2781: Modifies provisions relating to the "Crime Victims' Compensation Fund" and establishes the "Victims of Domestic Violence Fund"

HB 2781 adds a $17.50 fee to most criminal court cases and a $7.50 fee to certain juvenile cases, with all funds directed to two new funds. It creates a dedicated "Victims of Domestic Violence Fund" to support services for domestic violence victims, while splitting remaining funds 50/50 between this new fund and the existing Crime Victims' Compensation Fund. The bill also allocates $250,000 annually to state forensic labs for drug and evidence analysis, and requires monthly reporting plus biennial audits of all funds. These changes directly affect court systems, crime victim service providers, and domestic violence support organizations in Missouri.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeCreates dedicated Victims of Domestic Violence Fund and allocates funds to existing Crime Victims' Compensation Fund, directly advancing victim services within criminal justice system.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Courts Domestic Violence Victims' Rights

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in committee · Missouri · House Feb 18, 2026

HB 2997: Establishes a registry of persistent domestic violence offenders within the department of public safety

HB 2997 creates a public registry of persistent domestic violence offenders within Missouri's Department of Public Safety. It defines "persistent offenders" as individuals convicted of multiple domestic violence offenses against the same victim (including at least one prior conviction), requiring courts to mandate registration upon sentencing. The registry will include names, dates of birth, offense details, conviction dates, and photos - excluding sensitive data like addresses or Social Security numbers - and will be accessible online. Offenders must pay a $150 registration fee, with $100 directed to a domestic violence prevention fund, while the department maintains the system using data from courts, corrections, and law enforcement.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeCreates registry for repeat domestic violence offenders to enhance public safety and reduce recidivism, aligning with criminal justice reform goals.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Domestic Violence Law Enforcement Sentencing

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 2892: Establishes the "Missouri Domestic Abuse Offender Registration and Accountability Act"

HB 2892 requires high-risk domestic abuse offenders (those with two prior convictions or a high recidivism risk assessment) to register with Missouri’s Department of Public Safety within 72 hours of conviction or release. Offenders must provide personal details like addresses, employment, and vehicle information, updating within 10 days of changes, with registration lasting five years after sentence completion. The confidential registry is accessible only to law enforcement for safety planning, not the public, and includes penalties for non-compliance (fines for first violations, misdemeanor charges for repeat offenses). The program expires after six years unless reauthorized by the legislature, with biennial reports required to assess effectiveness and recidivism rates.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeMandates registration of high-risk domestic abusers for law enforcement safety planning, reducing recidivism risk per public safety focus.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Domestic Violence Law Enforcement

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in committee · Missouri · House Apr 29, 2026

HB 3012: Establishes a registry of persistent domestic violence offenders within the department of public safety

HB 3012 would create a public registry for individuals convicted of multiple domestic violence offenses against family or household members in Missouri. It requires courts to order registration after a conviction when a person has at least one prior conviction for domestic violence against the same type of victim. The registry, maintained by the Department of Public Safety, would include name, date of birth, offense details, and a photo (but not address or ID numbers) and be accessible online. Offenders would pay a $150 registration fee (with $100 funding domestic violence prevention services), and their names would be removed after 5-20 years based on prior offenses. The registry would apply only to offenses occurring on or after January 1, 2027, and expire after six years unless renewed.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeCreates public registry for repeat domestic violence offenders, enhancing public safety oversight and accountability in criminal justice system.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Domestic Violence

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 3048: Prohibits certain individuals from possessing a firearm due to domestic violence

HB 3048 requires courts issuing domestic violence protection orders to prohibit respondents (abusers) from possessing firearms. Courts must inform respondents orally and in writing about this ban and automatically notify Missouri law enforcement to update the federal background check system (NICS). This applies directly to individuals subject to active protection orders in domestic violence cases, preventing them from legally owning or purchasing guns during the order's validity. The law aims to enhance safety for petitioners by removing firearm access for those found to pose domestic violence risks.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticePrevents domestic violence abusers from accessing firearms under protection orders, enhancing victim safety and aligning with criminal justice reform goals to reduce firearm-related domestic violence incidents.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Domestic Violence Firearms Law Enforcement

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