Missouri Laws 517.101 – Dismissal of claim or portion of claim, when
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A pleading stating a claim or any portion thereof may be dismissed without prejudice at the costs of the claiming party when:
(1) That party requests such dismissal at any time before the trial is commenced; or
Terms Used In Missouri Laws 517.101
- Dismissal: The dropping of a case by the judge without further consideration or hearing. Source:
- Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.
(2) A party fails to appear when scheduled or notified.