If someone needs to use a paper or document that is stored in the state treasurer's or auditor's office, they can use an official copy instead of the original. The copy has to be signed and stamped with the official seal by that officer. In court or legal proceedings, that copy is treated the same as the real original.
490.190. in offices of auditor and treasurer. — Copies of all papers and documents lawfully deposited in the office either of the treasurer or auditor of the state, when by such officer and by the , shall be in the same manner and with the like effect as the originals.
(RSMo 1939 § 1824)
Prior revisions: 1929 § 1660; 1919 § 5347; 1909 § 6292
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Related Missouri laws
Certified copies of certain official records
RSMo 490.180
Copies from United States land offices
RSMo 490.200
Printing authority to be stated
RSMo 490.170
Copies of letters received by register of land office
RSMo 490.210
Printed journals of senate and house of this state
RSMo 490.160
Office records of the United States or sister state
RSMo 490.220
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