Montana § 76-16-322 - Fence-Out Requirement
Full text of Montana Montana Code Annotated § 76-16-322 — Fence-Out Requirement, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 76-16-322. Fence-Out Requirement
Fence-out requirement. Farming lands lying within the external boundaries of a state district must be protected by the owner or lessee to the extent of a legal fence as described in 81-4-101 . The state district or its members are not liable for damages unless the farming lands are protected by a sufficient fence as described in this section.
Source: official Montana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Montana § 76-16-322
What does Montana Code Annotated § 76-16-322 cover?
Section 76-16-322 ("Fence-Out Requirement") 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.
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