Montana § 16-3-504 - Distributor Financial Interest In Retailers Prohibited
Full text of Montana Montana Code Annotated § 16-3-504 — Distributor Financial Interest In Retailers Prohibited, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 16-3-504. Distributor Financial Interest In Retailers Prohibited
Distributor financial interest in retailers prohibited. A distributor may not advance or loan money to or furnish money for or pay for or on behalf of any retailer any license or tax that may be required to be paid for any retailer. A distributor may not be financially interested, either directly or indirectly, in the conduct or operation of the business of a retailer. A distributor is considered to have a financial interest within the meaning of this section if: (1) the distributor owns or holds any interest in or a lien or mortgage against the retailer or the retailer's premises; (2) the distributor is under a contract with a retailer concerning future purchases or the sale of merchandise by one from or to the other; or (3) a retailer holds an interest, as a stockholder or otherwise, in the business of the distributor.
Source: official Montana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Montana § 16-3-504
What does Montana Code Annotated § 16-3-504 cover?
Section 16-3-504 ("Distributor Financial Interest In Retailers 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 § 16-3-504?
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Is this the official text of Montana law?
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How does Montana § 16-3-504 apply to my situation?
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