Missouri § 271.030 - Condition of bond.
Full text of Missouri Revised Statutes of Missouri § 271.030 — Condition of bond., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 271.030. Condition of bond.
The bond required in section 271.010 shall contain a condition that the taker-up will not sell or exchange, take out of this state, abuse or willfully or negligently mistreat, or take out of the county more than five days at a time, any such stray before the legal title shall have vested in him, and that he will deliver up such stray to the legal owner in the manner prescribed by law, and that if the owner does not prove the same within the time limited, he will faithfully account for and pay over the contingent amount due the school fund. When the associate circuit judge shall approve such bond he shall forward it to the county clerk, and on breach of the conditions thereof, the party injured, or any resident of the county, to the use of the school fund, as the case may be, may bring suit thereon.
--------
(RSMo 1939 § 14500, A.L. 1990 H.B. 1070)
Prior revisions: 1929 § 12826; 1919 § 4316; 1909 § 817
---- end of effective 28 Aug 1990 ----
Source: official Missouri text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Missouri § 271.030
What does Revised Statutes of Missouri § 271.030 cover?
Section 271.030 ("Condition of bond.") is part of the Revised Statutes of Missouri, the codified statutory law of Missouri. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Missouri § 271.030?
A common citation format is "Revised Statutes of Missouri § 271.030" (Missouri). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Missouri law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Missouri official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Missouri attorney.
How does Missouri § 271.030 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Missouri can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Missouri.