The bill proposes the addition of a new section, 217.446, to chapter 217 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri, which mandates that the Missouri State Highway Patrol conduct an independent investigation into the deaths of individuals under fifty-five years of age occurring within a department of corrections facility. This new requirement aims to ensure transparency and accountability in the handling of such cases. Furthermore, the bill stipulates that the Missouri State Highway Patrol will have full access to any records and findings from autopsies conducted under section 217.412, facilitating a thorough investigation process. This legislative change seeks to enhance oversight and provide clarity regarding the circumstances surrounding deaths in correctional facilities.

Statutes affected:
Introduced (5252H.01): 217.446