Effective 28 Aug 1943
510.220. Verdict, general or special. — The verdict of a jury is either general or special. A general verdict is one by which the jury pronounces generally upon all or any of the issues, either in favor of the plaintiff or defendant. A special verdict is one by which the jury finds the facts only, leaving the judgment to the court.
--------
(RSMo 1939 § 1119, A.L. 1943 p. 353 § 106)
Prior revisions: 1929 § 968; 1919 § 1418; 1909 § 1988