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MT HB425
Bill
Status
2/7/2025
Primary Sponsor
Gary Parry
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AI Summary
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Peace officers or their employing law enforcement agencies would be held liable for all property damage and injuries to occupants when entering the wrong dwelling or building than what is specified in a search warrant
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Liability extends to damages caused when officers pursue a suspect into a dwelling or building belonging to someone who is not the suspect
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Officers and agencies would also be liable for damages when a suspect takes occupants hostage during the apprehension or attempted apprehension of that suspect
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The new liability provisions would be codified under Title 27, chapter 1, part 7 of Montana Code (relating to damages and compensation)
Legislative Description
Generally revise victim damages when apprehending perpetrators
Criminal Procedure
Last Action
(H) Bill Withdrawn per House Rule H30-50(3)(b)
2/19/2025