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MO · SB1135FINAL · 0 COSPONSORS

Creates "Bentley and Mason's Law" relating to child maintenance orders for certain persons convicted of the offense of driving while intoxicated

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This bill, known as "Bentley and Mason's Law," creates a new requirement for child maintenance orders in Missouri. If a person is convicted of driving while intoxicated and that offense causes the death of a child's parent, a court can order the convicted person to pay child maintenance to the child. These payments would continue until the child reaches age 18, or up to age 21 if they are still in school or have certain disabilities, and the bill outlines how the payment amount is determined and enforced.

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  • R · PrimeMike Henderson
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