Civil action not merged in criminal prosecution.

537.050. Civil action not merged in criminal prosecution. — In no case shall the right of action of any party injured by the commission of any felony or misdemeanor be deemed or adjudged to be merged in such felony or misdemeanor; but he may recover the amount of damages sustained thereby in an action to be brought before any court or tribunal of competent jurisdiction. (RSMo 1939 § 3679) Prior revisions: 1929 § 3289; 1919 § 4240; 1909 § 5447