Definitions.
Mo. Rev. Stat. § 491.400
in effect491.400. Definitions. — As used in sections 491.400 to 491.450 the following terms mean and include:
(1) "State" , any territory of the United States and District of Columbia.
(2) "Summons" , a subpoena, order or other notice requiring the appearance of a witness.
(3) "Witness" , a person whose testimony is desired in any proceeding or investigation by a grand jury or in a criminal action, prosecution or proceeding.
(L. 1959 H.B. 295 § 2)
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