65 opinions issued in 2001.
Opinion No. 126-2001 — CRIME VICTIMS.; WITNESSES.
Feb 7, 2001
A victim of a crime has the right to remain in the courtroom during the testimony of other witnesses during trial regardless of whether the trial court has otherwise excluded witnesses.
Opinion No. 97-2001 — CITY COUNCIL.; VACANCY.
Feb 2, 2001
A vacancy occurs when a successful candidate for city council does not qualify for office, that the incumbent does not automatically retain the seat, and that the vacancy shall be filled as provided in Section 77.450 RSMo 1999 Supp.
Opinion No. 123-2001 — COMPENSATION.; COUNTIES.; PROSECUTING ATTORNEY.
Feb 2, 2001
Upon Taney County becoming a first class county on January 1, 2001, the individual serving in the office of Prosecuting Attorney has the option of becoming a "full-time" prosecutor at the salary set forth in Section 56.265.1(1) RSMo 1999 Supp., or remaining part time at the salary set forth in Section 56.265.1(2) RSMo 1999 Supp. Any increase in salary would not violate Article VII, Section 13 of the Missouri Constitution.