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HB 3182

Creates new class three election offenses

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Eric Woods

Missouri HB 3182 creates new Class Three election offenses to expand criminal penalties for election law violations, with details pending full bill text review.

Referred: Emerging Issues(H)
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Bill Summary · HB 3182

Legislative bill overview

HB 3182 establishes a new category of Class Three election offenses in Missouri's criminal code. The bill was recently introduced and is in early stages of the legislative process. Specific details about which conduct constitutes these new offenses are not yet available in the bill's current form.

Why is this important

Election law violations affect the integrity of voting systems and public trust in democratic processes. Creating new offense classifications can either strengthen election security or expand criminal liability depending on the conduct defined. The classification level determines sentencing ranges and penalties that would apply to violators.

Potential points of contention

  • Specificity of conduct: Without details on what actions trigger these offenses, it's unclear whether the bill targets genuine election fraud or could criminalize legitimate political activity
  • Proportionality of penalties: Class Three felonies carry specific sentencing ranges; stakeholders may dispute whether penalties match the severity of the conduct
  • Enforcement implications: Depending on how broadly offenses are defined, election workers and poll monitors could face unintended legal exposure

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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