HB425

Generally revise victim damages when apprehending perpetrators

Introduced·2/7/25
Introduced Text

Montana HB425 revises liability for damages and injuries caused by peace officers during illegal searches or entries.

Montana HB425 establishes that peace officers and their employing agencies are liable for damages and injuries resulting from illegal searches or illegal entry into a dwelling or building. This includes situations where a peace officer enters the wrong property, pursues a suspect into a non-suspect's dwelling, or when a suspect takes hostages during apprehension. The bill codifies these provisions as part of Title 27, chapter 1, part 7.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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Calendar

Feb 18, 2025

8:00 AM

House Judiciary Hearing

Feb 13, 2025

8:00 AM

House Judiciary Hearing

History

Feb 19, 2025

House

(H) Bill Withdrawn per House Rule H30-50(3)(b)

Feb 17, 2025

House

(H) Fiscal Note Received

Feb 17, 2025

House

(H) Hearing (H) Judiciary