Montana § 46-30-305 - Forfeiture Of Bail
Full text of Montana Montana Code Annotated § 46-30-305 — Forfeiture Of Bail, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 46-30-305. Forfeiture Of Bail
Forfeiture of bail. If the prisoner is admitted to bail and fails to appear and surrender according to the conditions of the prisoner's bond, the judge or magistrate by proper order shall declare the bond forfeited and order the prisoner's immediate arrest without warrant if the prisoner is within this state. Recovery may be had on the bond in the name of the state as in the case of other bonds or undertakings given by the accused in criminal proceedings within this state.
Source: official Montana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Montana § 46-30-305
What does Montana Code Annotated § 46-30-305 cover?
Section 46-30-305 ("Forfeiture Of Bail") 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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