Montana § 61-8-909 - Good Faith Immunity
Full text of Montana Montana Code Annotated § 61-8-909 — Good Faith Immunity, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 61-8-909. Good Faith Immunity
Good faith immunity. A person who renders assistance in an emergency that is life-threatening to the occupant of a wrecked, disabled, or abandoned vehicle or that is creating an immediate hazard on a public roadway or who renders emergency assistance as directed by a law enforcement officer or other emergency responder at the scene of a motor vehicle accident is immune from damages arising from acts or omissions related to the rendering of assistance unless the damages are occasioned by the gross negligence or by the willful or wanton acts or omissions of the person rendering the assistance.
Source: official Montana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Montana § 61-8-909
What does Montana Code Annotated § 61-8-909 cover?
Section 61-8-909 ("Good Faith Immunity") 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 § 61-8-909?
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Is this the official text of Montana law?
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