Missouri § 137.240 - County commissions to furnish additional books when necessary.
Full text of Missouri Revised Statutes of Missouri § 137.240 — County commissions to furnish additional books when necessary., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 137.240. County commissions to furnish additional books when necessary.
In every county where, from the length of the assessment lists, it appears to the county commission of the county to be impossible or impracticable to include the lists in one book, the commission shall enter of record an order requiring the lists to be made in two or more volumes. Thereafter the assessment book or list shall be made in two or more separate volumes, numbered consecutively, and the affidavit required by section 137.245 shall be annexed to each volume, referring therein to the other volumes by inserting in lieu of the word "book", in the latter part of the affidavit, the words "volume and in volume ______ (herewith returned)".
--------
(RSMo 1939 § 10991, A.L. 1945 p. 1782 § 40, A.L. 1959 H.B. 108)
Prior revisions: 1929 § 9801; 1919 § 12811; 1909 § 11393
---- end of effective 28 Aug 1959 ----
Source: official Missouri text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Missouri § 137.240
What does Revised Statutes of Missouri § 137.240 cover?
Section 137.240 ("County commissions to furnish additional books when necessary.") 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 § 137.240?
A common citation format is "Revised Statutes of Missouri § 137.240" (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 § 137.240 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.