Montana § 76-13-905 - Liability
Full text of Montana Montana Code Annotated § 76-13-905 — Liability, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 76-13-905. Liability
(Effective on occurrence of contingency) Liability. A certified prescribed fire manager or a landowner or landowner's agent using a certified prescribed fire manager who conducts a prescribed fire in compliance with this part and the rules adopted by the department is not liable for injury to or destruction of property arising from a wildfire, except to the extent evidence demonstrates that: (1) an action or omission of the certified prescribed fire manager, landowner, or landowner's agent constituted negligence or a higher degree of fault; and (2) the action or omission caused or contributed to the cause of the wildfire or caused or contributed to the wildfire spreading.
Frequently Asked Questions About Montana § 76-13-905
What does Montana Code Annotated § 76-13-905 cover?
Section 76-13-905 ("Liability") 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 § 76-13-905?
A common citation format is "Montana Code Annotated § 76-13-905" (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 § 76-13-905 apply to my situation?
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