Rule 115.01 Right to Counsel
Representation by Counsel
Rule Text
a.A party is entitled to be represented by counsel in all proceedings.
b.A juvenile may waive the right to counsel in a proceeding under subdivision (2) or (3) of subsection 1 of section 211.031, RSMo, only with the approval of the court.
c.Waiver of counsel by a juvenile may be withdrawn at any stage of a proceeding under subdivision (2) or (3) of subsection 1 of section 211.031, RSMo, in which event the court shall appoint counsel for the juvenile if required by Rule 115.02a.
Amendment history: (Adopted May 20, 2009, eff. Jan. 1, 2010.)