Montana § 37-73-226 - Failure To Display License

§ 37-73-226. Failure To Display License

Failure to display license. (1) A citation issued by an employee of the department for failure to display an elevator mechanic's license or proof of licensure must include: (a) the time and date on which the citation is issued; (b) the name, residential address, and signature of the person to whom the citation is issued; (c) reference to the statutory authority to issue the citation; (d) the name, title, affiliation, and signature of the person issuing the citation; (e) information explaining the procedure for the person to follow in order to pay the fine or to demonstrate proof of licensure; and (f) the amount of the applicable fine. (2) The applicable civil fines for failing to display a license or proof of licensure are as follows: (a) $100 for the first offense; (b) $250 for the second offense; and (c) $500 for the third and any subsequent offense. (3) Each day of violation constitutes a separate offense. The person issuing the citation is responsible for determining, by means of an up-to-date list or through telephone or other communication with the department, whether the citation being issued is for a first, second, or subsequent offense. (4) The person who issues the citation is authorized to collect the fine, but the person who is issued a citation may pay the fine to the appropriate authority identified on the citation within 5 business days of the date of issuance. The department may waive or refund the fine upon finding that the person has demonstrated acceptable proof of licensure. (5) A person who violates this section is also subject to the provisions of 37-1-109 .