Montana § 7-32-2247 - Annoyance Of Inmate Prohibited -- Penalty
Full text of Montana Montana Code Annotated § 7-32-2247 — Annoyance Of Inmate Prohibited -- Penalty, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 7-32-2247. Annoyance Of Inmate Prohibited -- Penalty
Annoyance of inmate prohibited -- penalty. (1) The detention center administrator or staff member in charge of an inmate must use necessary and proper means to protect an inmate from purposeful or knowing insults and annoyance by others and to prevent others from communicating with the inmate while the inmate is at or is going to or returning from employment. (2) A person persisting in purposefully or knowingly insulting, annoying, or communicating with an inmate after being told by the detention center administrator or staff member to desist commits the offense of inmate annoyance. (3) A person convicted of the offense of inmate annoyance shall be fined an amount not to exceed $500.
Source: official Montana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Montana § 7-32-2247
What does Montana Code Annotated § 7-32-2247 cover?
Section 7-32-2247 ("Annoyance Of Inmate Prohibited -- Penalty") 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 § 7-32-2247?
A common citation format is "Montana Code Annotated § 7-32-2247" (Montana). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Montana law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Montana official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Montana attorney.
How does Montana § 7-32-2247 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Montana can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Montana.