Montana § 39-2-803 - Blacklisting Prohibited
Full text of Montana Montana Code Annotated § 39-2-803 — Blacklisting Prohibited, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 39-2-803. Blacklisting Prohibited
Blacklisting prohibited. If a company or corporation in this state authorizes or allows any of its agents to blacklist or if a person does blacklist any discharged employee or attempts by word or writing or any other means to prevent any discharged employee or any employee who may have voluntarily left the company's service from obtaining employment with another person, except as provided for in 39-2-802 , the company, corporation, or person is liable in punitive damages to the employee prevented from obtaining employment, to be recovered in a civil action, and is also punishable as provided in 39-2-804 .
Frequently Asked Questions About Montana § 39-2-803
What does Montana Code Annotated § 39-2-803 cover?
Section 39-2-803 ("Blacklisting Prohibited") 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 § 39-2-803?
A common citation format is "Montana Code Annotated § 39-2-803" (Montana). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Montana law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Montana official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Montana attorney.
How does Montana § 39-2-803 apply to my situation?
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