HB 1461 -- Distribution of Controlled Substances

Sponsor:  Hodges

This bill specifies that the provisions regarding the offenses of
distribution of a controlled substance near schools, distribution
of a controlled substance near a park, and distribution of a
controlled substance near public housing or other governmental
assisted housing were enacted to create a safe zone around
schools, parks, and certain housing and the fact that the
defendant did not know he or she was in a safe zone at the time
of the offense will not be a defense to the crime.  These
offenses will serve as an enhancement of the punishment for the
offense of distribution of a controlled substance and will not
constitute a separate offense.

Missouri House of Representatives
95th General Assembly, 2nd Regular Session
Last Updated September 14, 2010 at 3:10 pm