Montana § 20-3-102 - Term, Oath, And Vacancy
Full text of Montana Montana Code Annotated § 20-3-102 — Term, Oath, And Vacancy, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 20-3-102. Term, Oath, And Vacancy
Term, oath, and vacancy. (1) The superintendent of public instruction shall hold office at the seat of government for a term of 4 years. The superintendent shall assume office on the first Monday of January following election and shall hold the office until a successor has been elected and qualified. Any person elected as the superintendent of public instruction shall take the oath of a civil officer. (2) If the office of superintendent of public instruction becomes vacant, it must be filled in the manner prescribed by The Constitution of the State of Montana.
Source: official Montana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Montana § 20-3-102
What does Montana Code Annotated § 20-3-102 cover?
Section 20-3-102 ("Term, Oath, And Vacancy") 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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