Mo. R. Gov. Bar Jud. 14.07
As amended through June 4, 2024
A court reporter who has not successfully passed the Missouri examinations for certification or has not been admitted without examination under Rule 14.06(b) shall not be appointed as an official court reporter by any judge in any circuit court of this state.
In the absence of an official court reporter because of illness, physical incapacity, death, dismissal, or resignation, a judge may appoint a temporary reporter who meets the requirements of Rule 14.05 or Rule 14.06(b) or (c). The temporary reporter shall not serve more than six months without obtaining a certificate pursuant to Rule 14.05 or Rule 14.06(b).
Mo. R. Gov. Bar Jud. 14.07