Mo. R. Ord. Viol. & Viol. Burea. 37.44

As amended through November 19, 2024

Rule 37.44 - Summons - Service and Return

A summons may be served by:

(a) The clerk mailing it to defendants last known address by first class mail; or

(b) An officer in the manner provided by Rule 54.13 or Rule 54.14.

If the defendant fails to appear in response to a summons and upon a finding of probable cause that an ordinance violation has been committed, the court may issue an arrest warrant.

Mo. R. Ord. Viol. & Viol. Burea. 37.44

Adopted May 14, 1985, eff. 1/1/1986. Amended December 23, 2003, eff. 7/1/2004.