Montana § 46-6-210 - Arrest By Peace Officer
Full text of Montana Montana Code Annotated § 46-6-210 — Arrest By Peace Officer, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 46-6-210. Arrest By Peace Officer
Arrest by peace officer. A peace officer may arrest a person when the officer has a warrant commanding that the person be arrested or when the officer believes on reasonable grounds: (1) that a warrant for the person's arrest has been issued in this state, except that unless otherwise provided by law, a warrant for violation of a city ordinance may not be acted upon unless the person is located within the limits of the city in which the violation is alleged to have occurred; or (2) that a felony warrant for the person's arrest has been issued in another jurisdiction.
Source: official Montana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Montana § 46-6-210
What does Montana Code Annotated § 46-6-210 cover?
Section 46-6-210 ("Arrest By Peace Officer") 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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