Montana § 81-8-253 - Transfer Of Certificate
Full text of Montana Montana Code Annotated § 81-8-253 — Transfer Of Certificate, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 81-8-253. Transfer Of Certificate
Transfer of certificate. The department may approve the transfer of ownership of a certificate of public convenience and necessity issued pursuant to this part without a determination and showing of public convenience and necessity. Such approval may be granted only after a public hearing at which the transferee's qualifications to operate a livestock market have been thoroughly examined and found sufficient to properly operate a livestock market. A minimum of 10 days' notice by mail must be given to all persons to whom notice is sent pursuant to the provisions of 81-8-252 of a hearing to consider an initial application for a certificate.
Source: official Montana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Montana § 81-8-253
What does Montana Code Annotated § 81-8-253 cover?
Section 81-8-253 ("Transfer Of Certificate") 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 § 81-8-253?
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Is this the official text of Montana law?
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