Montana § 39-51-505 - Access To Governmental Records
Full text of Montana Montana Code Annotated § 39-51-505 — Access To Governmental Records, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 39-51-505. Access To Governmental Records
Access to governmental records. Upon request by the department, a state or local government agency, including the units of the university system, or a state or local government official or employee shall cooperate by supplying the department with information that would aid in the administration of this chapter. The department may use the information only for administration of this chapter. Any confidential information provided to the department remains confidential and may not be published or open to public inspection unless specifically required in the performance of the employee's duties.
Source: official Montana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Montana § 39-51-505
What does Montana Code Annotated § 39-51-505 cover?
Section 39-51-505 ("Access To Governmental Records") 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 § 39-51-505?
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Is this the official text of Montana law?
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