Oppose bill that would hinder marijuana reform in Missouri

Published: May 10, 2007

SB 107 would create a new law punishing those who deliver as little as a single marijuana cigarette in or within 2,000 feet of a public or private park, state park, county park, or municipal park. This new crime would be considered a class A felony punishable by a minimum of 10 years and as much as 30 years in prison.

With a "felony zone" radiating up to 2,000 feet around parks, entire cities will be included. Even worse, SB 107 actually includes private parks, but does not define what a private park is. In theory, this could mean someone's lawn!

SB 107 will cost the state money, which could otherwise be spent on education, medical care, and roads.

SB 107 is now in the House Crime Prevention and Public Safety Committee, but has not been reported out. Please contact the members of the committee today and ask them to recommend that this bill not pass due to the harsh nature of the penalties associated with marijuana use.

Rep. Mark J. Bruns — chair (R-113) — (573) 751-0665