Terms Used In Missouri Laws 531.060

  • Answer: The formal written statement by a defendant responding to a civil complaint and setting forth the grounds for defense.
  • Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.

The court in which any information shall be exhibited shall allow to the relator and the defendant such convenient time to answer, reply or make a motion as shall seem just and reasonable.