Montana § 2-9-504 - Conditions, Form, And Signatures
Full text of Montana Montana Code Annotated § 2-9-504 — Conditions, Form, And Signatures, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2-9-504. Conditions, Form, And Signatures
Conditions, form, and signatures. (1) The condition of an official bond must be that the principal shall well, truly, and faithfully perform all official duties required of the principal by law and also any additional duties that may be imposed on the principal by any law of the state subsequently enacted and that the principal will account for, pay over, and deliver to the person or officer entitled to receive all money or other property that the principal receives as an officer. (2) The principal and sureties upon an official bond are liable for the neglect, default, or misconduct in office of any deputy, clerk, or employee appointed or employed by the principal. (3) Official bonds must be signed and executed by the principal and two or more sureties or by the principal and one or more surety companies organized under the laws of this state or licensed to do business in this state. (4) Official bonds must be joint and several and made payable to the state of Montana in the amount and with the conditions required by this part or the law creating or regulating the duties of the office.
Source: official Montana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Montana § 2-9-504
What does Montana Code Annotated § 2-9-504 cover?
Section 2-9-504 ("Conditions, Form, And Signatures") 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 § 2-9-504?
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Is this the official text of Montana law?
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