Terms Used In Missouri Laws 409.848

  • Complaint: A written statement by the plaintiff stating the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant.
  • Indictment: The formal charge issued by a grand jury stating that there is enough evidence that the defendant committed the crime to justify having a trial; it is used primarily for felonies.
  • Writ: A formal written command, issued from the court, requiring the performance of a specific act.

It shall not be necessary to negative any of the exemptions of sections 409.800 to 409.863 in any complaint, information or indictment, or any writ or proceeding brought under sections 409.800 to 409.863; and the burden of proof of any such exemption shall be upon the party claiming the same.