Montana § 61-3-316 - New Registrations
Full text of Montana Montana Code Annotated § 61-3-316 — New Registrations, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 61-3-316. New Registrations
New registrations. Except as provided in 61-3-311 , a motor vehicle that is registered for the first time in this state must be assigned a registration period corresponding to when the motor vehicle is first registered in this state. Except as permitted in 61-3-318 or 61-3-324 , the registration period for a motor vehicle must remain the same from year to year.
Source: official Montana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Montana § 61-3-316
What does Montana Code Annotated § 61-3-316 cover?
Section 61-3-316 ("New Registrations") 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 § 61-3-316?
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