Montana § 30-14-160 - Firearms Code
Full text of Montana Montana Code Annotated § 30-14-160 — Firearms Code, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 30-14-160. Firearms Code
Firearms code. (1) (a) A financial institution may not require a firearms retailer in this state to use a firearms code that is different from that of a general transaction. (b) It is the intent of this section to prohibit a financial institution from mandating firearms retailers to adopt a firearms code that is separate from a general merchandise retailer or sporting goods retailer. (2) A violation of this section constitutes an unfair trade practice subject to the provisions of Title 30, chapter 14, and with exclusive enforcement authority by the department. (3) For the purposes of this section, the following definitions apply: (a) "Financial institution" means a: (i) bank or trust company; (ii) mutual savings and loan association; (iii) credit union; (iv) payment card network; (v) online payment provider; (vi) cryptocurrency company; (vii) internet-based payment application; (viii) acquirer; (ix) payment facilitator; or (x) similar company or institution providing financial transaction services. (b) "Firearms code" means the merchant category code approved by the international organization for standardization for the purposes of initiating a card-based transaction for firearms retailers. (c) "Firearms retailer" means any person or entity engaged in the lawful business of selling or trading any of the following items that are physically located in this state: (i) firearms; (ii) firearms parts or components; (iii) firearms accessories; (iv) ammunition; (v) ammunition components, including but not limited to powder or casings; or (vi) other products offered and sold at firearms stores.
Frequently Asked Questions About Montana § 30-14-160
What does Montana Code Annotated § 30-14-160 cover?
Section 30-14-160 ("Firearms Code") 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 § 30-14-160?
A common citation format is "Montana Code Annotated § 30-14-160" (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 § 30-14-160 apply to my situation?
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