Montana § 20-15-226 - Personal Liability Of Trustees
Full text of Montana Montana Code Annotated § 20-15-226 — Personal Liability Of Trustees, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 20-15-226. Personal Liability Of Trustees
Personal liability of trustees. (1) The trustees of each community college district are responsible for the proper administration and utilization of all money of the district. Failure or refusal to do so constitutes grounds for removal from office. (2) Trustees consenting to illegal use of money are jointly and individually liable to the district for any losses sustained by the district. The county attorney shall prosecute any proceedings arising pursuant to this section, or a party seeking such action may retain private counsel. The party commencing the action is liable for the costs if the action fails.
Source: official Montana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Montana § 20-15-226
What does Montana Code Annotated § 20-15-226 cover?
Section 20-15-226 ("Personal Liability Of Trustees") 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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