Montana § 46-18-304 - Mitigating Circumstances
Full text of Montana Montana Code Annotated § 46-18-304 — Mitigating Circumstances, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 46-18-304. Mitigating Circumstances
Mitigating circumstances. (1) Mitigating circumstances are any of the following: (a) The defendant has no significant history of prior criminal activity. (b) The offense was committed while the defendant was under the influence of extreme mental or emotional disturbance. (c) The defendant acted under extreme duress or under the substantial domination of another person. (d) The capacity of the defendant to appreciate the criminality of the defendant's conduct or to conform the defendant's conduct to the requirements of law was substantially impaired. (e) The victim was a participant in the defendant's conduct or consented to the act. (f) The defendant was an accomplice in an offense committed by another person, and the defendant's participation was relatively minor. (g) The defendant, at the time of the commission of the crime, was less than 18 years of age. (2) The court may consider any other fact that exists in mitigation of the penalty.
Frequently Asked Questions About Montana § 46-18-304
What does Montana Code Annotated § 46-18-304 cover?
Section 46-18-304 ("Mitigating 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 § 46-18-304?
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