Montana § 16-2-110 - State Lien On Liquor In Agency Liquor Stores
Full text of Montana Montana Code Annotated § 16-2-110 — State Lien On Liquor In Agency Liquor Stores, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 16-2-110. State Lien On Liquor In Agency Liquor Stores
State lien on liquor in agency liquor stores. The state has a first lien with an absolute first priority to secure any outstanding amounts due the state for liquor purchased on any inventory, including any after-acquired inventory in the possession of an agent or on the premises of an agency liquor store, to secure payment for the existing inventory. The state has the right to physically recover any inventory from an agency liquor store and impose fees to recoup the cost of the recovery for any failure to timely make payments.
Source: official Montana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Montana § 16-2-110
What does Montana Code Annotated § 16-2-110 cover?
Section 16-2-110 ("State Lien On Liquor In Agency Liquor Stores") 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 § 16-2-110?
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Is this the official text of Montana law?
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How does Montana § 16-2-110 apply to my situation?
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