Prosecutor
Barry County Prosecuting Attorney Questionnaire: Andrew Cole
A victim of a crime is likely going through one of the worst periods in their life. It is the role of the Prosecutor’s Office to communicate with victims from the beginning of the case through its final resolution. Victims should receive understandable information about charges, court dates, plea offers, sentencing and any significant developments.
Barry County Prosecuting Attorney Questionnaire: Amy Boxx
Crime victims or their family receives a packet of information when a case is filed. They are then signed up for notifications through the court system regarding all hearing dates. Questions are answered as they arise and meetings are conducted to ensure they are kept aware of the stage of the case.
75 attend forum in Cassville
The two candidates for Barry County Prosecuting Attorney and two candidates for Barry County Presiding Commissioner answered questions on Thursday at the Barry County Candidates Forum, hosted by the Cassville Democrat at the Cassville High School Performing Arts Center.
Barry County Prosecuting Attorney Questionnaire: Amy Boxx
Each case is based upon the evidence submitted by law enforcement. I have an ethical obligation to only file charges that are supported by sufficient evidence to obtain a conviction. The evidence and applicable statutes are reviewed to determine what charges can be proven and should be filed.
Barry County Prosecuting Attorney Questionnaire: Andrew Cole
Charging decisions must be based on the evidence and the law, not personal relationships or politics. In determining what offenses to charge, I look at the evidence and whether there is a reasonable likelihood of proving those charges beyond a reasonable doubt.
Barry County Prosecuting Attorney Questionnaire: Amy Boxx
I’ve been serving as the elected Barry County Prosecutor for over 11 years now. The prosecution of criminals is a calling. This is not an easy job and certainly not for the faint of heart. It is vitally important that the prosecutor ensure the judicial process is fair to all involved in the system.
Barry County Prosecuting Attorney Questionnaire: Andrew Cole
I am running for Barry County Prosecuting Attorney because I believe it is time for new leadership in the Prosecutor’s Office. I want to use my experience as a prosecuting attorney to give back and serve the community that raised me.
Publisher View — Kyle Troutman: Preparing for the primaries
Almost everywhere you turn in recent weeks, whether driving through town or navigating the winding roads of southern Barry County, you are sure to see one or more political signs in a yard, intersection or other highly visible place along your drive.
Boxx receives Missouri Lawyers Media award
Barry County Prosecutor Amy Boxx is a recipient of the 2026 Women’s Justice Award — Public Service, given annually and sponsored by Missouri Lawyers Media.
Challengers file for prosecutor, presiding commissioner
The filing period for the Aug. 4 Primary Election closed on March 31, with two local races and two state races seeing challengers.
