Appellant-defendant Arnold Phillips appeals his conviction of public intoxication following a bench trial in which he was tried in absentia. The issue Phillips presents is whether he knowingly and intelligently waived his right to be present at his trial.
We reverse.
Phillips, an attorney who practices in Missouri, elected to defend himself against charges of public intoxication...
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