Rule 35.01 Misdemeanors or Felonies - Extradition

When someone is accused of a crime in Missouri but is found in another state, or accused of a crime elsewhere but found in Missouri, getting them brought back to face charges is called extradition. This rule says that the process for extradition follows the rules already written in Chapter 548 of Missouri state law.

In simple terms, this rule does not create new steps or requirements. It just points to the existing state law that spells out how extradition works, whether the charge is a misdemeanor or a felony. Anyone dealing with an extradition case in Missouri needs to look at Chapter 548 to understand their rights and the process involved.