Missouri State Sign Regulations
Our Missouri State-Specific Signs Compliance – Resource Bulletin will help you understand a variety of signage rules, regulations and requirements enacted in the state. Topics include:
- No smoking signs
- Swimming pool signs
- Concealed weapon signs
- Cell phone signs
- Baby surrender signs
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Bulletin Overview
No Smoking Signs
The State of Missouri prohibits smoking in a public place or place of employment. The many exemptions to the state law include restaurants, bars, retail tobacco stores, and private clubs. It is permissible to smoke in public facilities if it is done in a designated smoking area. The Missouri Indoor Clean Air Act became law in 1992 and requires posting of signs enforcing the law at various locations. (191.765-771)
Swimming Pool Signs
The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services stipulate rules governing the use of public swimming pools and spas.
Concealed Weapon Signs
The State of Missouri allows residents of the state to carry a concealed firearm (CCW) without a permit if they are at least 19 years of age, but there are still several locations that are off limits to carrying weapons, where CCW is forbidden even with a permit. Missouri honors the CCW permits of all other states. (571.101) (571.107)
Cell Phone Signs
Missouri bans the use of all hand-held electronic wireless communication devices for texting by drivers under the age of 21. The Missouri House Bill 62 went into effect on 8/28/2009. (304.820)
Baby Surrender Signs
Since the first baby surrender (safe-haven) law was enacted in Texas in 1999, all U.S. states, as well as the District of Columbia, have passed safe-haven legislation. The laws allow an unharmed infant to be relinquished to the proper authorities.