| SB 0314 | Arrest Powers of Conservation Agents |
| Sponsor: | Caskey | |||
| LR Number: | S1185.01I | Fiscal Note: | 1185-01 | |
| Committee: | Agriculture and Local Government | |||
| Last Action: | 02/19/97 - Voted Do Pass w/SCA 1 S Agri., Conserv., Parks & Tourism | Journal page: | ||
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| Effective Date: | Emergency Clause | |||
SB 314 - This act grants broader arrest powers to Conservation agents.
A Conservation agent who is a certified peace officer pursuant to Chapter 590, RSMo, may arrest any person on any lands not owned, managed or leased by the Conservation Commission if the agent has statutory authority and probable cause to make such arrest.
An agent may also arrest any person who is committing an
assault against another person. This provision is identical to
SB 213 and HB 69.
DENISE GARNIER
SCA 1 - TECHNICAL AMENDMENT