Montana § 44-1-303 - Duties
Full text of Montana Montana Code Annotated § 44-1-303 — Duties, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 44-1-303. Duties
Duties. The chief, with the approval of the attorney general and within the limits of any appropriation made available for the following purposes: (1) shall designate the authority and responsibility in each rank, grade, and position; (2) shall formulate standards, policies, and qualifications in the selection of recruit patrol officers; (3) shall prescribe the official uniform of the Montana highway patrol; (4) shall station employees in localities that the chief considers advisable for the enforcement of the traffic laws of this state; (5) shall charge against each employee the value of property of the state lost or destroyed through the carelessness or neglect of the employee; (6) shall discharge, demote, or temporarily suspend after hearing, as provided in parts 7 and 8 of this chapter, any patrol officer of the department; (7) must have purchased or otherwise acquired by the purchasing department of the state motor vehicles and all other equipment and commodities that the chief considers essential to the efficient operation of the Montana highway patrol.
Frequently Asked Questions About Montana § 44-1-303
What does Montana Code Annotated § 44-1-303 cover?
Section 44-1-303 ("Duties") 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 § 44-1-303?
A common citation format is "Montana Code Annotated § 44-1-303" (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 § 44-1-303 apply to my situation?
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