A 2026 Missouri public safety bill includes a Clean Slate provision that automates expungement of certain drug offenses, including possession and paraphernalia, St. Louis Public Radio reported in October 2026. It reportedly became law at the end of August 2026, and Highway Patrol implementation begins January 1, 2027.
Felonies and misdemeanors both qualify, with waiting periods of three years and one year. No action is needed by the person, and records can be checked on CaseNet. The article does not mention marijuana-specific provisions.
Why it matters: The law helps people with older drug records after waiting periods, but it does not address anyone still serving a sentence.
Source: St. Louis Public Radio, 2026-10-08. Forgotten Prisoner's account is based on this reporting.