When someone wants a prisoner brought to court to testify, they have to fill out a formal written request. That request must be sworn to be true, and it must include the name of the court case, where the case is being heard, and a statement that the prisoner's testimony is truly needed for that case.
491.250. for . — An application for such writ shall be , and shall state the and nature of the in which the of the prisoner is desired, the court or officer before whom pending, and that the testimony of such prisoner is and necessary to the on the trial or of such suit or proceeding, as he is advised by , and verily believes.
(RSMo 1939 § 1911)
Prior revisions: 1929 § 1747; 1919 § 5434; 1909 § 6378
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Related Missouri laws
Writ to obtain witness from county jail
RSMo 491.240
Application of prosecuting officers
RSMo 491.260
Power to issue writ of habeas corpus
RSMo 491.230
Prisoner to be remanded after testifying
RSMo 491.270
Witness, when free from arrest
RSMo 491.220
Fees of witnesses
RSMo 491.280
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