SECOND REGULAR SESSION
SENATE BILL NO. 994
92ND GENERAL ASSEMBLY
INTRODUCED BY SENATOR COLEMAN.
Pre-filed January 6, 2004, and ordered printed.
TERRY L. SPIELER, Secretary.
3578S.01I
AN ACT
To amend chapter 534, RSMo, by adding thereto one new section relating to unlawful detainer actions.
Section A. Chapter 534, RSMo, is amended by adding thereto one new section, to be known as section 534.135, to read as follows:
534.135. On or before the day fixed for the defendant's appearance, the defendant may appear and answer and assert any legal or equitable defense, setoff, or counterclaim against the complainant relating to or arising out of such property, rental, tenancy, or otherwise related to determining the defendant's right to possession of the property or premises.