The rule in Section 516.210 does not cover lawsuits that are about a penalty or forfeiture created by a Missouri state law.
516.220. Not to apply to what. — Section 516.210 shall not apply to actions for any or given by any of this state.
(RSMo 1939 § 1025)
Prior revisions: 1929 § 873; 1919 § 1328; 1909 § 1899
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