491.200 Penalty for refusing to testify.

491.200. Penalty for refusing to testify. — A person summoned as a witness, and attending, who shall refuse to give evidence which may lawfully be required to be given by such person, on oath or affirmation, may be committed to prison by the court, or other person authorized to take his deposition or testimony, there to remain, without bail, until he gives such evidence. (RSMo 1939 § 1905) Prior revisions: 1929 § 1741; 1919 § 5428; 1909 § 6372