Montana § 39-2-710 - Legal Protections In Relation To Employing Individuals With Criminal Records
Full text of Montana Montana Code Annotated § 39-2-710 — Legal Protections In Relation To Employing Individuals With Criminal Records, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 39-2-710. Legal Protections In Relation To Employing Individuals With Criminal Records
Legal protections in relation to employing individuals with criminal records. A private employer who acts reasonably and complies in good faith with this section may not be held liable regarding claims of negligent hiring or negligent employment for acts committed by an employee with a criminal record if the acts are committed outside the scope of the employment and: (1) the employer reviewed an arrest record prior to hiring that did not show a disposition of the case or that indicated an acquittal or a dismissal; (2) the conviction was for: (a) a misdemeanor offense; or (b) an offense that was not related to the employment; or (3) the employee with a criminal record is under the supervision of the probation and parole division of the department of corrections and the employment has been approved by the supervising officer.
Source: official Montana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Montana § 39-2-710
What does Montana Code Annotated § 39-2-710 cover?
Section 39-2-710 ("Legal Protections In Relation To Employing Individuals With Criminal Records") 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.
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