HB 1955 -- Victims' Rights

Co-Sponsors:  Hilgemann, Carnahan, Hosmer, Villa, Daus

This bill allows neighborhood groups, community groups, and local
social service agencies to have a representative present at
sentencing hearings for felony drug offenses.  The representative
has the right to present a community impact statement about the
effect of the drug offense on the community.  The representative
can make recommendations about sentencing, including community
service.

Missouri House of Representatives
Last Updated October 11, 2002 at 9:03 am