These are definitions for words used in Missouri laws about shelters for domestic violence victims. A 'designated authority' is the official group in charge of handling money that goes to shelters. A 'shelter for victims of domestic violence' is a place where family or household members who were hurt by domestic violence can stay temporarily.
455.200. Definitions. — As used in sections 455.200 to 455.230, unless the context clearly requires otherwise, the following words and phrases mean:
(1) "", the , , agency, or other body under the of section 488.445 as the to the and of funds to shelters;
(2) "Shelter for victims of " or "shelter", a facility established for the purpose of providing temporary residential or facilities to family or household members who are victims of domestic violence.
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Source & history notes
(L. 1982 H.B. 1069 § 2, A.L. 2011 S.B. 320)
Related Missouri laws
Administration by designated authority, how established
RSMo 455.210
Applications for shelter funding, contents, when filed
RSMo 455.215
Requirements for shelter to qualify for funds
RSMo 455.220
Shelter request exceeding funds, allocation priorities
RSMo 455.225
Annual reports by shelters, contents
RSMo 455.230
Missouri domestic violence commission established
RSMo 455.300
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