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Human Trafficking
MOCADSV is recognized nationally and internationally for its innovation in tackling the chronic questions and problems faced by local advocates in providing services to all survivors. MOCADSV works in partnership with a diverse community that is developing services and responses to all forms of human trafficking in Missouri. Our collaborative partnerships include trafficking survivors, service providers, faith-based groups, legislators, the
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The Supreme Court of Missouri Provides New Guidance for Courts
July 28, 2020 - On July 24, 2020 the Supreme Court of Missouri modified its earlier COVID-19 Court Operational Directives. These Directives will go into effect on August 1, 2020. The modifications to the previous Operational Directives are as follows: The presiding judge or the chief judge has to make efforts to communicate to other judges and attorneys in their circuit the
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New Missouri Law Takes Effect June 1, Criminalizing What is Often Called “Revenge Porn”
June 26, 2018 - On June 1, the distribution of what is termed “revenge porn” became a criminal offense in Missouri when legislation went into effect after it was signed into law by then-Gov. Eric Greitens on his last day in office. The law criminalizes actions that are commonly threatened and used by abusive partners, making it a felony offense
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