532.040 Second writ not to issue, when.

532.040. Second writ not to issue, when. — Whenever an application under this chapter for a writ of habeas corpus shall be refused, it shall not be lawful for any inferior court or officer to entertain any application for the relief sought from, and refused by, a superior court or officer. (RSMo 1939 § 1657) Prior revisions: 1929 § 1493; 1919 § 1943; 1909 § 2508