Mont. Code § 46-16-131

Current through the 2023 Regular Session
Section 46-16-131 - Justifiable use of force - burden of proof

In a criminal trial, when the defendant has offered evidence of justifiable use of force, the state has the burden of proving beyond a reasonable doubt that the defendant's actions were not justified.

§ 46-16-131, MCA

En. Sec. 9, Ch. 332, L. 2009.