State ex rel. Michael Kelly v. Julie Inman

Summary

The Supreme Court of Missouri held that Michael Kelly’s habeas petition was not procedurally barred and that the circuit court exceeded its authority by accepting his NGRI plea while finding him incompetent, violating his due‑process rights. The Court vacated the NGRI plea, ordered the criminal proceedings to remain suspended, and mandated a competency examination within 90 days. The dissent argued the petition was barred because alternative remedies were available.