Montana § 20-10-103 - School Bus Driver Qualifications
Full text of Montana Montana Code Annotated § 20-10-103 — School Bus Driver Qualifications, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 20-10-103. School Bus Driver Qualifications
School bus driver qualifications. A driver of a school bus is qualified to drive a school bus if the driver: (1) is not less than 18 years of age; (2) is of good moral character; (3) (a) is the holder of a commercial driver's license to operate a school bus designed to carry more than 10 passengers; or (b) is the holder of a Montana driver's license to operate a school bus designed to carry 10 or fewer passengers; (4) has filed with the district a satisfactory medical examination report, on a form approved by the United States department of transportation, signed by any physician licensed in the United States or, if acceptable to an insurance carrier, any licensed physician; (5) has completed a basic first aid course and holds a valid basic first aid certificate from an authorized instructor. The issuance of the certificate is governed by rules established by the superintendent of public instruction, provided that the rules may suspend this requirement for a reasonable period of time if there has been an inadequate opportunity for securing the basic first aid course and certificate. (6) has complied with any other qualifications established by the board of public education; and (7) has filed with the county superintendent a certificate from the trustees of the district for which the school bus is to be driven, certifying compliance with the driver qualifications enumerated in this section.
Frequently Asked Questions About Montana § 20-10-103
What does Montana Code Annotated § 20-10-103 cover?
Section 20-10-103 ("School Bus Driver Qualifications") 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 § 20-10-103?
A common citation format is "Montana Code Annotated § 20-10-103" (Montana). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Montana law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Montana official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Montana attorney.
How does Montana § 20-10-103 apply to my situation?
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