Montana § 40-5-1032 - Nondisclosure Of Information In Exceptional Circumstances

Full text of Montana Montana Code Annotated § 40-5-1032 — Nondisclosure Of Information In Exceptional Circumstances, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 40-5-1032. Nondisclosure Of Information In Exceptional Circumstances

Nondisclosure of information in exceptional circumstances. If a party alleges in an affidavit or pleading under oath that the health, safety, or liberty of a party or child would be jeopardized by disclosure of specific identifying information, that information must be sealed and may not be disclosed to the other party or the public. After a hearing in which a tribunal takes into consideration the health, safety, or liberty of the party or child, the tribunal may order disclosure of information that the tribunal determines to be in the interest of justice.

Source: official Montana text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Montana § 40-5-1032

What does Montana Code Annotated § 40-5-1032 cover?

Section 40-5-1032 ("Nondisclosure Of Information In Exceptional Circumstances") 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 § 40-5-1032?

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Is this the official text of Montana law?

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