Mo. R. Crim. P. 31.01

As amended through October 1, 2024
Rule 31.01 - Misdemeanors or Felonies-Counsel-Right to Consult

Every person arrested and held in custody by any peace officer in any jail, police station, or any other place, upon or without a warrant or other process for the alleged commission of a criminal offense, or upon suspicion thereof, shall promptly, upon request, be permitted to consult with counsel or other persons in his behalf, and, for such purpose, to use a telephone.

Mo. R. Crim. P. 31.01

Adopted June 13, 1979, eff. 1/1/1980.

Committee Note - 1980

This is the same as prior Rule 29.05 with the addition of ". . . promptly, upon request . . ." and the deletion of ". . . if one be available."