Missouri Court of Appeals, Southern District / Date unavailable
RYLEE HARTWELL, Petitioner-Respondent v. DARYL BAKER, Respondent-Appellant
Rylee Hartwell obtained a full order of protection against Daryl Baker, alleging stalking under the Missouri Adult Abuse Act. Baker appealed, arguing Hartwell failed to present substantial evidence of "alarm." The appellate court agreed, finding Hartwell's testimony focused on emotional distress rather than fear of physical harm, which is required for the "alarm" element of stalking. The judgment was vacated, and the case remanded with instructions to deny the petition.