Montana § 75-10-542 - Penalties
Full text of Montana Montana Code Annotated § 75-10-542 — Penalties, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 75-10-542. Penalties
Penalties. (1) A person who purposely or knowingly violates this part, except 75-10-520 , is guilty of a misdemeanor and upon conviction shall be fined an amount not to exceed $250, be imprisoned in the county jail for a term not to exceed 30 days, or both. (2) A person who violates a provision of this part, except 75-10-520 , a rule of the department, or an order issued as provided in this part is subject to an administrative penalty of not more than $50 or a civil penalty of not more than $250. Each day upon which a violation of this part, a rule, or an order occurs is a separate violation. (3) Penalties assessed under subsection (2) must be determined in accordance with the penalty factors in 75-1-1001 . The penalties provided for in this section are recoverable in an enforcement or collection action brought by the department. An action to recover penalties must be brought in the district court of the county in which the violation occurred.
Frequently Asked Questions About Montana § 75-10-542
What does Montana Code Annotated § 75-10-542 cover?
Section 75-10-542 ("Penalties") 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 § 75-10-542?
A common citation format is "Montana Code Annotated § 75-10-542" (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?
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How does Montana § 75-10-542 apply to my situation?
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