Montana § 77-1-116 - Additional Penalty
Full text of Montana Montana Code Annotated § 77-1-116 — Additional Penalty, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 77-1-116. Additional Penalty
Additional penalty. In addition to the penalties provided for in this code against those committing trespass upon any of the lands owned or held in trust or otherwise by the state, the board is hereby authorized and empowered, without legal process, to seize and take or cause to be seized and taken any and all lumber, wood, grass, or other property unlawfully severed from the lands, whether the same has been removed from said lands or not, and may dispose of the same at either public or private sale in such manner as will be most conducive to the interests of the state, and all moneys arising therefrom, after deducting the reasonable and necessary expenses of such seizure and sale, shall be a part of the permanent fund to which such lands may belong.
Frequently Asked Questions About Montana § 77-1-116
What does Montana Code Annotated § 77-1-116 cover?
Section 77-1-116 ("Additional 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 § 77-1-116?
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Is this the official text of Montana law?
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