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SB 1358

SB 1358 - Under current law, the term of probation for a misdemeanor violation is not to exceed two years. This act provides that the term of probation for a misdemeanor violation or municipal ordinance violation is not to exceed eighteen months. Additionally, this act provides that a person on probation under the supervision of a private entity shall not be required to submit to an alcohol or drug test unless he or she is on probation for an offense involving either alcohol or a controlled substance or if the judge shows good cause for the testing. This act is identical to SB 439 (2025), SB 1227 (2024), SB 582 (2023), SB 896 (2022), and HB 2248 (2022). TRISTAN BENSON, JR.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Barbara Washington

SB 1358 modifies Missouri probation term requirements, potentially affecting supervision duration and conditions for thousands of people under state supervision.

Second Read and Referred S Judiciary and Civil and Criminal Jurisprudence Committee
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Bill Summary · SB 1358

Legislative bill overview

SB 1358 modifies the statutory provisions governing probation terms in Missouri's criminal justice system. The bill has been prefiled but specific amendments have not yet been made publicly available, so the exact changes to probation regulations remain to be detailed.

Why is this important

Probation terms directly affect hundreds of thousands of individuals under supervision in Missouri and shape reintegration outcomes, supervision costs, and recidivism rates. Changes to probation provisions can have significant consequences for both public safety and individuals attempting to reestablish themselves after criminal justice involvement.

Potential points of contention

  • Length and duration debates: Modifications to probation length could be contested between those favoring longer supervision for public safety versus those seeking shorter terms to reduce barriers to reemployment and housing
  • Supervision conditions and requirements: Changes to probation conditions may pit enforcement advocates against those concerned about over-criminalization of technical violations
  • Prosecutorial and judicial discretion: Alterations to probation terms may shift discretionary authority between different actors in the criminal justice system, raising concerns about consistency and fairness

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

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