HB446

Revise indecent exposure laws

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Montana HB446 revises indecent exposure laws to include exposure in public places to members of the opposite sex.

Montana HB446 amends the state's indecent exposure laws to include exposure in public places to members of the opposite sex or the sex assigned at birth. The bill defines indecent exposure as knowingly or purposely exposing one's genitals or intimate parts in public. Penalties for indecent exposure include fines and imprisonment, with harsher penalties for repeat offenses. The bill also includes provisions for indecent exposure to minors, with increased penalties for such offenses. The act is effective July 1, 2025.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

31 Yea

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19 Nay

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Calendar

Mar 20, 2025

8:00 AM

Senate Judiciary Hearing

Feb 17, 2025

8:00 AM

House Judiciary Hearing

History

May 16, 2025

House

Chapter Number Assigned

May 12, 2025

House

(H) Signed by Governor

May 5, 2025

House

(H) Transmitted to Governor