Next friend defined for purposes of the procedure for a minor to obtain an ...
Mo. Rev. Stat. § 188.031
in effect188.031. Next friend defined for purposes of the procedure for a minor to obtain an abortion. — For purposes of section 188.028 , the term "next friend" shall not include another minor child, or any entity or person in an individual or representative capacity that has a financial interest or potential gain from the proposed abortion, or any employee of or volunteer for such entity or person.
(L. 2005 1st Ex. Sess. S.B. 1) Effective 9-15-05
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