HB852

Generally revise bailbond laws

Failed·5/20/25

Montana HB852 revises bail bond laws, including surety bail bond insurance producer rights and responsibilities.

Montana HB852 generally revises bail bond laws, focusing on surety bail bond insurance producers. The bill allows producers to apprehend defendants without additional judicial processes, provided they comply with state laws. It mandates that courts notify producers of any changes in a defendant's court dates and reasons for changes. The bill also establishes a statute of limitations for surety bonds, requiring them to be exonerated and discharged after two years unless otherwise agreed upon.

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Roll Call Votes

35 Yea

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65 Nay

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Calendar

Mar 28, 2025

8:00 AM

House Business and Labor Hearing

History

May 20, 2025

House

(H) Died in Process

Apr 11, 2025

House

(H) Revised Fiscal Note Printed

Apr 9, 2025

House

(H) Revised Fiscal Note Signed