1. If the director has reason to believe that a person has violated or is violating section 361.930, the director may issue an order to show cause why an order to cease and desist shall not be issued requiring that the person cease and desist from the violation of section 361.930.2. In an emergency, the director may petition the circuit court with jurisdiction for the issuance of a temporary restraining order under the rules of civil procedure.3. An order to cease and desist becomes effective upon service to the person.4. An order to cease and desist remains effective and enforceable pending the completion of an administrative proceeding under chapter 536.5. A person that is served with an order to cease and desist for violating section 361.930 may petition the circuit court with jurisdiction for a judicial order setting aside, limiting, or suspending the enforcement, operation, or effectiveness of the order pending the completion of an administrative proceeding under chapter 536.6. An order to cease and desist expires unless the director commences an administrative proceeding within ten days after it is issued.Added by 2024 Mo. Laws, SB 1359,s A, eff. 8/28/2024.