Montana § 13-3-211 - Emergency Exemption
Full text of Montana Montana Code Annotated § 13-3-211 — Emergency Exemption, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13-3-211. Emergency Exemption
Emergency exemption. (1) The secretary of state shall exempt a polling place from the requirements of this part if an emergency occurs within 10 days prior to an election. An emergency is considered to exist if a polling place becomes unavailable by reason of loss of lease, fire, snow, or natural disaster. (2) If an emergency occurs, the election administrator in the county shall designate a new polling place in accordance with the procedure provided in 13-3-105 . The new polling place is considered temporary and is exempt from the survey procedures established under 13-3-206 . However, the polling place may not be used in a subsequent election unless it is surveyed as required in 13-3-206 .
Frequently Asked Questions About Montana § 13-3-211
What does Montana Code Annotated § 13-3-211 cover?
Section 13-3-211 ("Emergency Exemption") is part of the Montana Code Annotated, the codified statutory law of Montana. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Montana § 13-3-211?
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