Tamara Daus v. Director Revenue State

Respondent Tamara A. Daus (Driver) had her license suspended pursuant to the Motor Vehicle Financial Responsibility Law. On review, the circuit court entered a default judgment against the Director of Revenue (Director) and reversed the suspension. Director appeals from that order. We reverse the default judgment and remand the case. Driver was involved in a motor vehicle accident on November 21, 1990, and was reported to Director as an uninsured motorist pursuant to § 303.040, RSMo 1986. On January 9, 1991, Director issued a notice of suspension of Driver's driving privileges and vehicle registration pursuant to § 303.041, RSMo 1986. Driver was granted an administrative hearing which confirmed the suspension. Driver filed a petition for review in the Circuit Court of the City of St. Louis, pursuant to § 303.290.2. A petition and summons was served on Director on May 28, 1991. Director filed the administrative record with the court on June 15, 1991.