Missouri § 340.272 - Complaint for expedited hearing, when — hearing, decision, when — temporary authority final, when.
Full text of Missouri Revised Statutes of Missouri § 340.272 — Complaint for expedited hearing, when — hearing, decision, when — temporary authority final, when., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 340.272. Complaint for expedited hearing, when — hearing, decision, when — temporary authority final, when.
1. If the board, after notice and hearing, concludes that a person has committed an act or is engaging in a course of conduct which would be grounds for disciplinary action under section 340.264 and such act or course of conduct constitutes a clear and present danger to the public health, safety or welfare, the board may file a complaint before the administrative hearing commission requesting an expedited hearing and specifying the activities which give rise to the danger and the nature of the proposed restriction or suspension of the person's license.
2. The administrative hearing commission shall conduct a preliminary hearing within fifteen days after service of a complaint pursuant to subsection 1 of this section, to determine whether the alleged activities appear to constitute a clear and present danger to the public health, safety or welfare which justifies that the person's license be immediately restricted or suspended. The administrative hearing commission shall issue its decision immediately after the hearing and either grant the board the authority to suspend or restrict the license or dismiss the action.
3. If the administrative hearing commission grants the board temporary authority to restrict or suspend the license, the temporary authority shall become final if the person does not request a full hearing within thirty days of the preliminary hearing. If the person requests a full hearing, the administrative hearing commission shall set a date for the hearing pursuant to chapter 621.
--------
(L. 1992 H.B. 878 § 36)
---- end of effective 28 Aug 1992 ----
Source: official Missouri text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Missouri § 340.272
What does Revised Statutes of Missouri § 340.272 cover?
Section 340.272 ("Complaint for expedited hearing, when — hearing, decision, when — temporary authority final, when.") 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 § 340.272?
A common citation format is "Revised Statutes of Missouri § 340.272" (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 § 340.272 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.