Montana § 37-31-301 - Prohibited Acts
Full text of Montana Montana Code Annotated § 37-31-301 — Prohibited Acts, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 37-31-301. Prohibited Acts
Prohibited acts. (1) Without an appropriate license issued under this chapter, it is unlawful: (a) to practice barbering, barbering nonchemical, cosmetology, electrology, esthetics, or manicuring for compensation; (b) for an unlicensed student to provide services as a barber, a barber nonchemical, a cosmetologist, an electrologist, an esthetician, or a manicurist other than in a licensed school; (c) to own, manage, or operate a salon, shop, booth, or school; or to teach in a school other than as a student enrolled in a teacher training course. (2) It is unlawful: (a) to employ or use an unlicensed person as a barber, a barber nonchemical, a cosmetologist, an electrologist, an esthetician, or a manicurist; (b) for a teacher or student teacher to practice barbering, barbering nonchemical, cosmetology, electrology, esthetics, or manicuring on the public in a school; (c) for student teachers to substitute for full-time teachers; (d) to operate a salon, shop, or booth in connection with a school; (e) to practice barbering, barbering nonchemical, cosmetology, electrology, esthetics, or manicuring outside a licensed salon or shop as provided in this chapter, except when a licensee is requested: (i) by a customer to go to a place other than a licensed salon or shop and is sent to the customer from a licensed salon or shop; or (ii) by a customer with a disability or homebound customer to go to the customer's place of residence; or (f) to violate any of the provisions of this chapter.
Frequently Asked Questions About Montana § 37-31-301
What does Montana Code Annotated § 37-31-301 cover?
Section 37-31-301 ("Prohibited Acts") 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 § 37-31-301?
A common citation format is "Montana Code Annotated § 37-31-301" (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 § 37-31-301 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.
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