Missouri § 57.349 - Sheriffs' motor vehicles, county commission to provide (second class counties).
Full text of Missouri Revised Statutes of Missouri § 57.349 — Sheriffs' motor vehicles, county commission to provide (second class counties)., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 57.349. Sheriffs' motor vehicles, county commission to provide (second class counties).
In all counties of the second class the county commission may provide and supply the sheriff and deputy sheriffs of the county with such number of police cars or motor vehicles as the said county commission shall determine to be necessary for the efficient performance of the duties of the office, but the number shall be not less than one motor vehicle for each fifteen thousand inhabitants or part thereof in counties of the second class containing all or part of a city of more than eight thousand inhabitants, and shall be not less than one vehicle for each five thousand inhabitants in all other counties of the second class. The motor vehicles provided may be of any make or size as determined by the county commission.
--------
(L. 1969 H.B. 129, A.L. 1972 H.B. 1171)
---- end of effective 28 Aug 1972 ----
Source: official Missouri text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Missouri § 57.349
What does Revised Statutes of Missouri § 57.349 cover?
Section 57.349 ("Sheriffs' motor vehicles, county commission to provide (second class counties).") 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 § 57.349?
A common citation format is "Revised Statutes of Missouri § 57.349" (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 § 57.349 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.