Mo. Rev. Stat. § 537.050
Current with changes from the 2023 Legislative Session
In no case shall the right of action of any party injured by the commission of any felony or misdemeanor be deemed or adjudged to be merged in such felony or misdemeanor; but he may recover the amount of damages sustained thereby in an action to be brought before any court or tribunal of competent jurisdiction.
§ 537.050, RSMo
RSMo 1939 § 3679