Final Paycheck Laws in Missouri
When a Missouri employer must pay your last paycheck if you are fired, laid off or quit, and whether unused vacation must be paid out.
Short answer: Unpaid wages are due on the day of discharge. If the employee asks in writing for the pay to be sent and it does not arrive within 7 days, the employee's wages continue as a penalty for up to 60 days. RSMo 290.110
| Final paycheck if fired or laid off | Unpaid wages are due on the day of discharge. If the employee asks in writing for the pay to be sent and it does not arrive within 7 days, the employee's wages continue as a penalty for up to 60 days. Commission-based employees whose pay requires an audit are excluded. Source: RSMo 290.110 |
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Where to get help in Missouri
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FAQ
When do I get my final paycheck if I'm fired in Missouri?
Unpaid wages are due on the day of discharge. If the employee asks in writing for the pay to be sent and it does not arrive within 7 days, the employee's wages continue as a penalty for up to 60 days. Commission-based employees whose pay requires an audit are excluded.
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.