Missouri § 84.012 - Ordinances by common council or municipal assembly, permissible — ordinances in conflict with board of police commissioners prohibited.
Full text of Missouri Revised Statutes of Missouri § 84.012 — Ordinances by common council or municipal assembly, permissible — ordinances in conflict with board of police commissioners prohibited., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 84.012. Ordinances by common council or municipal assembly, permissible — ordinances in conflict with board of police commissioners prohibited.
In all cities of this state not within a county, the common council or municipal assembly of such cities may pass ordinances for preserving order; securing property and persons from violence, danger, or destruction; protecting public and private property; and promoting the interests and ensuring the good governance of the cities, but no ordinances heretofore passed, or that may hereafter be passed, by the common council or municipal assembly of the cities shall, in any manner, conflict or interfere with the powers or the exercise of the powers of the boards of police commissioners of the cities as created by section 84.020, nor shall the cities or any officer or agent of the corporation of the cities, or the mayor thereof, in any manner impede, obstruct, hinder, or interfere with the boards of police, any officer, agent, or servant thereof or thereunder.
--------
(L. 2025 H.B. 495)
Severability clause, see § 1.1001
---- end of effective 28 Aug 2025 ----
Source: official Missouri text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Missouri § 84.012
What does Revised Statutes of Missouri § 84.012 cover?
Section 84.012 ("Ordinances by common council or municipal assembly, permissible — ordinances in conflict with board of police commissioners prohibited.") 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 § 84.012?
A common citation format is "Revised Statutes of Missouri § 84.012" (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 § 84.012 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.