521.640 Proceedings when setoff is pleaded.

521.640. Proceedings when setoff is pleaded. — When the petition alleges a setoff, or other collateral avoidance of the cause of action, the plaintiff may answer the same, as in ordinary actions; and, in default of such answer, judgment may be taken in like manner and with like effect as in ordinary actions. (RSMo 1939 § 1502) Prior revisions: 1929 § 1338; 1919 § 1789; 1909 § 2358