Montana § 32-2-608 - Criminal Liabilities
Full text of Montana Montana Code Annotated § 32-2-608 — Criminal Liabilities, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 32-2-608. Criminal Liabilities
Criminal liabilities. (1) A person who knowingly and purposefully violates any provision of this chapter or any rule or order under this chapter shall upon conviction be fined not more than $5,000 or imprisoned not more than 10 years, or both. However, if the person has been previously convicted of a felony in any way involving financial institutions, the person shall be imprisoned for not less than 1 year. (2) The commissioner may refer evidence that may be available concerning violations of this chapter or of any rule or order under this chapter to the attorney general or the proper prosecuting attorney, who may in the prosecutor's discretion, with or without a reference, institute the appropriate criminal proceedings under this chapter. (3) The provisions of this chapter do not limit the power of the state to punish any person for any conduct that constitutes a crime.
Frequently Asked Questions About Montana § 32-2-608
What does Montana Code Annotated § 32-2-608 cover?
Section 32-2-608 ("Criminal Liabilities") 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 § 32-2-608?
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Is this the official text of Montana law?
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