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MO HB1065

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/4/2012

Primary Sponsor

Mike McGhee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2012 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends chapters 441, 524, 534, and 535 of Missouri Revised Statutes by adding four new sections (441.715, 524.045, 534.025, and 535.025)

  • Allows parties to prosecute claims and defenses in small claims court without an attorney for claims of $500 or less

  • Permits corporations or unincorporated associations to be represented by a president or vice-president in small claims court proceedings

  • Specifies that representation by a corporation's or unincorporated association's president or vice-president shall not constitute unauthorized practice of law

Legislative Description

Authorizes a corporation or unincorporated association to be represented in small claims court for certain actions by its president or vice-president for any claim of $500 or less

Last Action

Voted Do Pass (H)

4/4/2012

Committee Referrals

Small Business2/23/2012

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