A Missouri Pre-Trial Statement is a legal document that is filed by a criminal defendant in a Missouri state court prior to trial. The purpose of the document is to provide the court with information about the case, such as any legal defenses the defendant plans to use, any evidence that the defendant will present, and any witnesses or other evidence that the defendant believes would be helpful to their case. The statement also serves to inform the court of the defendant’s plea and any other matters that might be relevant to the case. There are two main types of Missouri Pre-Trial Statements: a Motion for Discovery and a Motion to Dismiss. A Motion for Discovery is a request for information from the prosecution and defense to be provided before trial. This can include any evidence, witnesses, or other matters that are relevant to the case. A Motion to Dismiss is a request to the court to dismiss the charges against the defendant. This may be based on the evidence presented, the lack of evidence, or any other relevant factors.