Missouri · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 1400: Modifies the damages available for the unauthorized practice of law
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 1400 is a bill introduced in the Missouri Senate on December 3, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Modifies the damages available for the unauthorized practice of law. Primary sponsor: Curtis Trent (Republican). Most recent recorded action (January 27, 2026): Second Read and Referred S General Laws Committee.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
SB 1400 - This act provides that any person, association, partnership, limited liability company, or corporation who commits the unauthorized practice of law may be sued for treble the amount of actual damages resulting from the unauthorized practice by the person or entity paying for the service. KATIE O'BRIEN
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Curtis Trent | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 20 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Second Read and Referred S General Laws Committee
- S First Read
- Prefiled