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State of Missouri v. Keith R. Clausen
Date: 10-30-2025
Case Number: 2516-CR04943-01
Judge: James Francis Kanatzar
Court: Circuit Court, Jackson County, Missouri
Plaintiff's Attorney: Jackson County, Missouri Prosecuting Attorney's office
Defendant's Attorney:
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Description:
Kansas City, Missouri, criminal defense officer presents the Defendant charged with one count of 2nd Degree Assault, one count of 4th Degree Assault, and one count of Operating a Vehicle in a Careless and Imprudent Manner Involving an Accident.
Independence police were dispatched to a residence on Oct. 28 regarding a crash. During the investigation, it was revealed that the defendant was driving a black Chevrolet Silverado when he lost control of the vehicle and struck the corner of the residence.
When the vehicle struck the residence, it struck two victims inside, asleep in their bedroom. Both victims were knocked from their bed. One victim sustained serious injuries, including broken ribs, a punctured lung, and deep lacerations to his head and legs. The second victim sustained multiple abrasions and bruises.
Officers at the scene observed the defendant had indicators of being under the influence of an impairing substance. The defendant consented to a blood test, and the results are pending.
The defendant told detectives he smoked seven to eight rocks of crack cocaine.
Prosecutors anticipate additional charges.
The defendant is being held on a $100,000 bond.
Independence police were dispatched to a residence on Oct. 28 regarding a crash. During the investigation, it was revealed that the defendant was driving a black Chevrolet Silverado when he lost control of the vehicle and struck the corner of the residence.
When the vehicle struck the residence, it struck two victims inside, asleep in their bedroom. Both victims were knocked from their bed. One victim sustained serious injuries, including broken ribs, a punctured lung, and deep lacerations to his head and legs. The second victim sustained multiple abrasions and bruises.
Officers at the scene observed the defendant had indicators of being under the influence of an impairing substance. The defendant consented to a blood test, and the results are pending.
The defendant told detectives he smoked seven to eight rocks of crack cocaine.
Prosecutors anticipate additional charges.
The defendant is being held on a $100,000 bond.
Outcome:
A criminal charge is not proof of guilt.
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About This Case
What was the outcome of State of Missouri v. Keith R. Clausen?
The outcome was: A criminal charge is not proof of guilt.
Which court heard State of Missouri v. Keith R. Clausen?
This case was heard in Circuit Court, Jackson County, Missouri, MO. The presiding judge was James Francis Kanatzar.
Who were the attorneys in State of Missouri v. Keith R. Clausen?
Plaintiff's attorney: Jackson County, Missouri Prosecuting Attorney's office. Defendant's attorney: Click Here For The Best Kansas City Criminal Defense Lawyer Directory.
When was State of Missouri v. Keith R. Clausen decided?
This case was decided on October 30, 2025.