MO SB1013

Narrows the definition of "pending criminal proceeding" for filing motions to suppress evidence from unlawful seizures, requiring an information or indictment to have been issued rather than allowing motions during the investigation phase

Expands allowable evidence at preliminary hearings to include written expert reports, documentary evidence without proper predicate (if likely available at trial), and hearsay testimony when cumulative or when the source is credible and declarant will be available for trial

Allows either party (not just defendants) to take depositions in felony cases, requires the deposing party to provide transcript and recording copies to the opposing party at their own expense, and limits depositions in misdemeanor cases to court-approved motions for good cause

Simplifies the change of venue process for felony proceedings, allowing defendants to request transfer based on county prejudice or undue state influence, with applications due within 30 days of arraignment and requiring written (not verified) applications signed by defendant or attorney

Permits courts to secure a jury from another county as an alternative to transferring the entire case when a change of venue is granted