37-1-205. Licensure on completion of supervision. Completion of probation or parole supervision without any subsequent criminal conviction is evidence of rehabilitation. However, the facts surrounding the situation that led to the probation or parole supervision may be considered as they relate to the occupation for which a license is sought, and this chapter may not be construed to prohibit licensure of a person while the person is under state supervision if the licensing agency finds insufficient evidence to preclude licensure.

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Terms Used In Montana Code 37-1-205

  • Conviction: A judgement of guilt against a criminal defendant.
  • Evidence: Information presented in testimony or in documents that is used to persuade the fact finder (judge or jury) to decide the case for one side or the other.
  • Person: includes a corporation or other entity as well as a natural person. See Montana Code 1-1-201
  • Probation: A sentencing alternative to imprisonment in which the court releases convicted defendants under supervision as long as certain conditions are observed.
  • State: when applied to the different parts of the United States, includes the District of Columbia and the territories. See Montana Code 1-1-201