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In most criminal cases the charge is first considered by a grand jury with 12 to 23 members. It hears witnesses…
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Taft retired from public life…
Missouri State Information
Capital: Jefferson City
Official Name: Missouri
Organized as territory/republic: June 4, 1812
Entered Union (rank): August 10, 1821 (24th state)
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