A witness going to or coming from court cannot be arrested, except for very serious crimes like treason, felony, or disturbing the peace. This protection covers the time they are at court and the travel time getting there and back, giving one day of travel time for every twenty miles from their home.
491.220. , when free from . — Witnesses shall be in all cases, except , and , during their attendance on any court, or where their attendance is required by , and in going to and returning thence, allowing one day for every twenty miles from their .
(RSMo 1939 § 1906)
Prior revisions: 1929 § 1742; 1919 § 5429; 1909 § 6373
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