Missouri § 273.050 - Dog tax, when due.
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§ 273.050. Dog tax, when due.
No dog shall be permitted to be and remain within the limits of the state unless the owner thereof, or someone for said owner, shall have caused such dog to be listed and the tax imposed by sections 273.040 to 273.180 to be paid on or before the first day of February of each year hereafter.
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(RSMo 1939 § 14546)
Prior revision: 1929 § 12872
Frequently Asked Questions About Missouri § 273.050
What does Revised Statutes of Missouri § 273.050 cover?
Section 273.050 ("Dog tax, when due.") 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 § 273.050?
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