Montana § 46-11-331 - Finding Indictment
Full text of Montana Montana Code Annotated § 46-11-331 — Finding Indictment, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 46-11-331. Finding Indictment
Finding indictment. (1) The grand jury shall find an indictment when all the evidence before it taken together would in its judgment warrant a conviction by a trial jury. An indictment may be found only upon the concurrence of at least eight grand jurors. (2) If a complaint or information is pending against the defendant and eight jurors do not concur in finding an indictment, the lead juror shall report the decision to the district court judge.
Frequently Asked Questions About Montana § 46-11-331
What does Montana Code Annotated § 46-11-331 cover?
Section 46-11-331 ("Finding Indictment") 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 § 46-11-331?
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