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Missouri

Capital: Jefferson City

MO
One-Party Consent Stop & ID Required Anti-Sanctuary

Recording Laws

One-Party Consent

Missouri is a one-party consent state. Recording with one party's consent is legal.

Statute: Mo. Rev. Stat. § 542.402
Can Record Police: Yes (in public)
Penalties: Class E felony
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Stop and Identify

ID Required When Detained

When officer has reasonable suspicion (in certain municipalities)

What you must provide:

  • - Name
  • - Address
  • - Explanation of conduct
Penalty for refusal: Misdemeanor
Statute: Mo. Rev. Stat. § 84.710(2)

Immigration Policy

Anti-Sanctuary State

Missouri bans sanctuary policies. State law enforcement required to cooperate with ICE.

ICE Cooperation: Full Cooperation

State Resources

Attorney General

Andrew Bailey

(573) 751-3321

State Bar Association

https://www.mobar.org/

Remember in Missouri

  • ✓ You always have the right to remain silent
  • ✓ You can record police in public spaces
  • ✓ You do not have to consent to a search
  • ✓ If arrested, say "I want a lawyer"
  • ! In Missouri, you must identify yourself when lawfully detained