Montana § 7-1-4132 - Protest
Full text of Montana Montana Code Annotated § 7-1-4132 — Protest, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 7-1-4132. Protest
Protest. (1) Whenever a protest is authorized, it is sufficient if it is in writing, signed, and contains the following: (a) a description of the action protested sufficient to identify the action against which the protest is lodged; (b) a statement of the protestor's qualifications to protest the action against which the protest is lodged, including ownership of property affected by the action; and (c) the address of the person protesting. (2) Protests shall be submitted as provided by law and ordinance. The person receiving protests for a municipality shall note on each protest the date it was received. (3) A protest which contains the required information may be signed by more than one person. A protest signed by more than one person is a valid protest by each signer. (4) A person may in writing withdraw a previously filed protest at any time prior to final action by the governing body. (5) Signers are encouraged to print their names after their signatures.
Frequently Asked Questions About Montana § 7-1-4132
What does Montana Code Annotated § 7-1-4132 cover?
Section 7-1-4132 ("Protest") 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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