Montana HB439 regulates federal arrests, searches, and seizures, requiring federal employees to obtain county sheriff permission.
Montana HB439 mandates federal employees and agents to secure written permission from the county sheriff before making arrests, searches, or seizures within the state. Exceptions include federal enclaves, immediate crime witnessing, and specific state provisions. The sheriff can refuse permission for any reason. The bill also rejects federal laws granting federal employees sheriff authority in Montana and outlines penalties for violations.
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