JEFFERSON CITY —This week, the Missouri Association of Prosecuting Attorneys (MAPA) recognized Sen. Bob Dixon, R-Springfield, with a 2015 Legislator of the Year Award in recognition of his legislative work on behalf of Missouri’s criminal justice system. The award was presented on Sept. 2, 2015, during MAPA’s annual conference.
“Sen. Dixon has been a tireless advocate for a stronger, more efficient criminal justice system that protects public safety and promotes victims' rights,” said Dan Knight, MAPA president and Boone County prosecuting attorney. “We are proud to honor him as our Legislator of the Year.”
As chair of the Judiciary and Civil and Criminal Jurisprudence Committee, Sen. Dixon has sponsored or handled numerous bills to improve the administration of justice in Missouri and the state’s criminal justice system, including:
- The Revised Criminal Code, providing the first comprehensive update of the state’s criminal laws since the 1970s (Senate Bill 491 and House Bill 1371);
- The establishment of a permanent Joint Committee on the Justice System (Senate Bill 621);
- The renewal of a state program providing grant funding to local law enforcement task forces investigating Internet crimes involving children (House Bill 1231);
- Updates to strengthen Missouri laws dealing with sex crimes and the prosecution of sexual predators (House Bill 215); and
- Improvements in the collection of restitution for crime victims (House Bill 215).
“As the Senate Judiciary Chair, it has been my privilege to work with Missouri’s prosecutors as they seek justice for the citizens our state,” said Sen. Dixon. “Their tireless dedication is a critical component of our criminal justice system, and I remain dedicated to making certain they have the tools necessary to perform their duties and keep our neighborhoods and communities safe.”
This will be the third year MAPA has singled out Sen. Dixon for his legislative efforts. In addition, Sen. Dixon has been repeatedly recognized for his work on criminal justice issues by other organizations, including the Missouri Sheriffs’ Association (2015), the Missouri Police Chiefs Association (2013, 2006) and the Springfield Police Officers Association (2007).
For more information on Sen. Dixon and legislation he has filed this year or in past years, visit his website at www.senate.mo.gov/dixon. |
