First Adopted: June 13, 1979
Most Recently Effective: January 01, 2003
Rule 21 | Rules of Criminal Procedure | Procedure Applicable to Misdemeanors Only
21.02 | Misdemeanors – Information – Prosecuting Attorney
The prosecuting attorney may file an information charging the commission of a misdemeanor based upon the prosecutor's information and belief that the offense was committed. The information shall be supported by a statement of probable cause as prescribed by Rule 21.04.
Committee Note – 1979
This is substantially the same as prior Rule 21.03.
(Adopted June 13, 1979, effective January 1, 1980. Amended January 28, 2002, effective January 1, 2003.)