Montana § 2-9-319 - Government Entity -- Prohibitions On Lawsuits Related To Firearms Or Manufacturers
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§ 2-9-319. Government Entity -- Prohibitions On Lawsuits Related To Firearms Or Manufacturers
Government entity -- prohibitions on lawsuits related to firearms or manufacturers. (1) Except as provided in subsection (2), a government entity may not bring suit against a firearms or ammunition manufacturer, trade association, or seller for recovery of damages resulting from, or injunctive relief or abatement of a nuisance relating to, the lawful design, manufacture, marketing, or sale of firearms or ammunition to the public. (2) Nothing in this section prohibits a government entity from bringing an action against a firearms or ammunition manufacturer, trade association, or seller for recovery of damages for: (a) breach of contract or warranty as to firearms or ammunition purchased by a government entity; or (b) damage or harm to property owned or leased by the government entity caused by a defective firearm or ammunition.
Source: official Montana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Montana § 2-9-319
What does Montana Code Annotated § 2-9-319 cover?
Section 2-9-319 ("Government Entity -- Prohibitions On Lawsuits Related To Firearms Or Manufacturers") 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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