MT HB433

Prohibits depriving a person of their right to keep and bear arms while awaiting trial, protecting rights under both the Montana Constitution (Article II, Section 12) and the U.S. Second Amendment

Creates exceptions allowing firearm rights restrictions for individuals charged with forcible felonies as defined in Montana Code 45-2-101

Creates exceptions for individuals charged with crimes of violence involving a weapon as defined in Montana Code 45-2-101

Would be codified as part of Title 45, Chapter 8, Part 3 of Montana Code (weapons-related statutes)