Changes the law regarding weapons by decriminalizing the possession of knuckles

HB 466 decriminalizes the possession of knuckle dusters (also called "knuckles") by removing them from Missouri's list of prohibited weapons under most circumstances. The bill replaces criminal penalties with civil fines for carrying knuckles in areas where firearms are restricted (such as schools or government buildings), rather than treating it as a crime. Specifically, first-time offenders face a $100 citation, increasing to $200 for a second offense within six months and $500 for subsequent offenses within a year. The law maintains the restriction on carrying knuckles in firearm-restricted areas but eliminates criminal charges, instead allowing venue denial, removal, or fines. This change directly affects individuals who carry knuckle dusters in designated restricted zones.