Montana § 45-6-206 - Unlawful Squatting
Full text of Montana Montana Code Annotated § 45-6-206 — Unlawful Squatting, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 45-6-206. Unlawful Squatting
Unlawful squatting. (1) A person commits the offense of unlawful squatting when the person knowingly, without the consent of the owner, rightful occupant, or an authorized representative of the owner: (a) enters the premises of another; and (b) resides on the premises for any period of time. (2) A person convicted of unlawful squatting is guilty of a misdemeanor. In addition to the penalties provided in 46-18-212 , the person must be ordered to make restitution in an amount equal to the fair market value rent for the duration of the party's occupancy of the premises. (3) A person who knowingly presents a false document purporting to convey authorization to enter and remain on the premises commits the offense of forgery and is subject to the penalties provided in 45-6-325 . (4) A person who commits the offense of unlawful squatting and intentionally damages the property commits the offense of criminal mischief and is subject to the penalties provided in 45-6-101 . (5) Law enforcement may immediately remove a person who commits the offense of unlawful squatting from the premises. The provisions of 2-9-305 apply to indemnify law enforcement officers for actions arising under this subsection.
Source: official Montana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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What does Montana Code Annotated § 45-6-206 cover?
Section 45-6-206 ("Unlawful Squatting") 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.
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