Montana § 81-1-202 - Duties
Full text of Montana Montana Code Annotated § 81-1-202 — Duties, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 81-1-202. Duties
Duties. The stock inspectors and detectives shall arrest all persons who in their presence violate the stock laws of this state. Each stock inspector and detective, on information that a person has committed an offense against the laws of this state by engaging in illegal branding or theft of stock or an offense against the laws of this state for the protection of the rights and interests of stock owners, shall make the necessary affidavit for the arrest and examination of the person and on a warrant issued for the person immediately arrest the person and bring the person before the proper officer and notify the department of the person's acts.
Frequently Asked Questions About Montana § 81-1-202
What does Montana Code Annotated § 81-1-202 cover?
Section 81-1-202 ("Duties") 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 § 81-1-202?
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Is this the official text of Montana law?
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