Missouri Revised Statutes Title VIII. Public Officers and Employees, Bonds and Records § 106.273. Removal of chief law enforcement officer, when

(a) Is unable to perform his or her duties with reasonable competence or reasonable safety as a result of a mental condition, including alcohol or substance abuse;

(b) Has committed any act, while engaged in the performance of his or her duties, that constitutes a reckless disregard for the safety of the public or another law enforcement officer;

(c) Has caused a material fact to be misrepresented for any improper or unlawful purpose;

(d) Acts in a manner for the sole purpose of furthering his or her self-interest or in a manner inconsistent with the interests of the public or the chief's governing body;

(e) Has been found to have violated any law, statute, or ordinance which constitutes a felony; or

(f) Has been deemed insubordinate or found to be in violation of a written established policy, unless such claimed insubordination or violation of a written established policy was a violation of any federal or state law or local ordinance.

(a) Charges specifying just cause for which removal is sought;

(b) A statement of facts that are alleged to constitute just cause for the chief's removal; and

(c) The date, time, and location of the meeting at which the chief's removal will be considered;