Montana § 20-3-101 - Election And Qualifications
Full text of Montana Montana Code Annotated § 20-3-101 — Election And Qualifications, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 20-3-101. Election And Qualifications
Election and qualifications. (1) A superintendent of public instruction for the state of Montana must be elected by the qualified electors of the state at the general election preceding the expiration of the term of office of the incumbent. (2) A person is qualified to assume the office of superintendent of public instruction who: (a) is 25 years of age or older at the time of election; (b) has resided within the state for the 2 years preceding the election; (c) holds at least a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; and (d) otherwise possesses the qualifications for office that are required by The Constitution of the State of Montana.
Frequently Asked Questions About Montana § 20-3-101
What does Montana Code Annotated § 20-3-101 cover?
Section 20-3-101 ("Election And 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 § 20-3-101?
A common citation format is "Montana Code Annotated § 20-3-101" (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?
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How does Montana § 20-3-101 apply to my situation?
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