SB 589 - Nodler, Gary
Bars felons from holding public office
Bill Details
Sponsor
LR Number
3191S.01I
Title
SB 589
House Handler
N/A
Journal Page
N/A
Effective Date
August 28, 2010
Current Status
SCS Voted Do Pass S Financial and Governmental Organizations and Elections Committee (3191S.02C)
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Amendments
No amendments available
CURRENT BILL SUMMARY
SCS/SB 589 - Persons who commit a felony in Missouri or commit a crime in another jurisdiction that would constitute a felony in Missouri, are barred from qualifying as a candidate for or holding public office. Those serving in the armed forces who commit a military offense and have served a period of incarceration for at least 30 days are also barred.
This act is similar to SB 1245 (2008), SB 165 (2009), SB 253 (2009), HB 613 (2009), SB 14 (2009), and HB 997 (2009).
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