Missouri Hate Crimes Law
Gender identity protected? Yes
Missouri hate crimes law explicitly addresses gender identity within the definition of sexual orientation, which includes: "having a self-image or identity not traditionally associated with one's gender." Mo. Rev. Stat. 557.035.
Sexual orientation protected? Yes
Missouri hate crimes law explicitly addresses sexual orientation. Sexual orientation is defined as "male or female heterosexuality, homosexuality or bisexuality by inclination, practice, identity or expression." Mo. Rev. Stat. 557.035.
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Last Updated: 10/3/2008