Montana § 27-1-709 - Property Owner's Immunity From Damage Caused By Use Of Property Unlawfully Taken
Full text of Montana Montana Code Annotated § 27-1-709 — Property Owner's Immunity From Damage Caused By Use Of Property Unlawfully Taken, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 27-1-709. Property Owner's Immunity From Damage Caused By Use Of Property Unlawfully Taken
Property owner's immunity from damage caused by use of property unlawfully taken. (1) The owner or possessor of personal property that is stolen is not liable in the absence of gross negligence for injury or damage arising out of the use of the property while the property is possessed by another. The owner of real property that is criminally misused by another without the owner's knowledge is not liable in the absence of gross negligence for injury or damage arising out of the misuse. This section includes property taken by theft, robbery, or burglary directly from the person's body or from a place of residence, tent or other recreational structure, or motor vehicle or boat that is owned, possessed, or used by the person owning or possessing the property. (2) This section does not modify, amend, or eliminate the doctrines of negligence per se or attractive nuisance.
Source: official Montana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Montana § 27-1-709
What does Montana Code Annotated § 27-1-709 cover?
Section 27-1-709 ("Property Owner's Immunity From Damage Caused By Use Of Property Unlawfully Taken") 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 § 27-1-709?
A common citation format is "Montana Code Annotated § 27-1-709" (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 § 27-1-709 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Montana can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Montana.