Montana § 7-3-701 - Charter Form
Full text of Montana Montana Code Annotated § 7-3-701 — Charter Form, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 7-3-701. Charter Form
Charter form. (1) The purpose of this part is to comply with Article XI, section 5(1), of the Montana constitution, which provides: "The legislature shall provide procedures permitting a local government unit or combination of units to frame, adopt, amend, revise, or abandon a self-government charter with the approval of a majority of those voting on the question. The procedures shall not require approval of a charter by a legislative body." (2) Charter provisions establishing executive, legislative, and administrative structure and organization are superior to statutory provisions.
Frequently Asked Questions About Montana § 7-3-701
What does Montana Code Annotated § 7-3-701 cover?
Section 7-3-701 ("Charter Form") 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 § 7-3-701?
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