Cal. Civ. Code § 441.790
Certain evidence admissible in certain eviction-related actions
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Relevant evidence obtained in good faith by a law enforcement officer or agency shall be admissible in a civil action brought pursuant to sections 441.710 to 441.880. This provision operates even though the cause of action may have been brought or is being prosecuted by a law enforcement agency.
Missouri Revised Statutes § 441.790 establishes that evidence gathered in good faith by law enforcement officers or agencies can be used in civil eviction-related proceedings brought under the state's nuisance-property statutes (sections 441.710 to 441.880). This rule applies regardless of whether the civil case is initiated or pursued by a law enforcement agency itself. In effect, the provision removes a potential barrier to using law-enforcement-gathered evidence in these civil actions.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Mo. Rev. Stat. § 441.790, property owners involved in civil actions under Missouri's nuisance-property framework should be aware that evidence collected by law enforcement in good faith is eligible for admission in those proceedings. Compliant operators generally cooperate with law enforcement investigations and maintain records of any official communications or findings related to their properties. Understanding that such evidence may appear in court helps operators stay informed about the evidentiary landscape of nuisance-related civil actions.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Mo. Rev. Stat. § 441.790 means that tenants facing civil eviction actions under Missouri's nuisance-property statutes (§§ 441.710–441.880) may encounter law-enforcement-gathered evidence presented against them in court. Tenants in these situations have the right to understand what evidence is being used and to respond to it through the civil court process. Consulting a tenant-rights organization or legal aid provider can help tenants understand how this evidentiary rule may affect their case.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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