A crime-fighting package is on deck to become Missouri law next month. Senate Bill 754 is sponsored by Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville. It started off as legislation to honor a St. Joseph Police Department canine officer. In 2021, a St. Joseph Police Department...
The state Senate is considering a House-passed bill to strengthen penalties against suspects in police chases. “Valentine’s Law” would make it a Class D felony to recklessly flee from or detain law enforcement using a vehicle. The sponsor, Rep. Justin Sparks,...
A bill designed to toughen penalties against suspects in police chases is on its way to the Missouri Senate. The House of Representatives passed Valentine’s Law, which would make it a Class D felony to recklessly flee from or detain law enforcement using a motor...
