Montana § 40-5-1088 - Grounds For Rendition
Full text of Montana Montana Code Annotated § 40-5-1088 — Grounds For Rendition, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 40-5-1088. Grounds For Rendition
Grounds for rendition. (1) For purposes of 40-5-1089 and this section, "governor" includes an individual performing the functions of governor or the executive authority of a state covered by this part. (2) The governor of this state may: (a) demand that the governor of another state surrender an individual found in the other state who is charged criminally in this state with having failed to provide for the support of an obligee; or (b) on the demand of the governor of another state, surrender an individual found in this state who is charged criminally in the other state with having failed to provide for the support of an obligee. (3) A provision for extradition of individuals not inconsistent with this part applies to the demand even if the individual whose surrender is demanded was not in the demanding state when the crime was allegedly committed and has not fled from there.
Frequently Asked Questions About Montana § 40-5-1088
What does Montana Code Annotated § 40-5-1088 cover?
Section 40-5-1088 ("Grounds For Rendition") 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 § 40-5-1088?
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Is this the official text of Montana law?
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