Eric Greitens case at center of scrutiny for St. Louis prosecutor
CBSN
The 2018 prosecution of Missouri Gov. Eric Greitens played a pivotal role in his eventual resignation. Now, questions about St. Louis Circuit Attorney Kim Gardner's handling of the case jeopardize her career, even as Greitens tries to make a political comeback.
Gardner faces a hearing Monday before the Missouri Office of Disciplinary Counsel. She is accused in a 73-page report of failing to disclose evidence to Greitens' lawyers, misrepresenting evidence, and other ethical violations.
If the three-person panel finds fault, it will be up to the Missouri Supreme Court to decide punishment, though a decision wouldn't be expected for several weeks. The most severe punishment — suspension or disbarment — would likely cost Gardner her job because state law requires elected prosecutors to hold active law licenses.
