Montana Code 10-1-1017. Enforcement and investigative powers of department
10-1-1017. Enforcement and investigative powers of department. To carry out its enforcement and investigative duties under this part, the department has the power to:
Terms Used In Montana Code 10-1-1017
- Department: means the department of labor and industry established in 2-15-1701. See Montana Code 10-1-1003
- Employer: means any public or private person or entity providing employment in Montana. See Montana Code 10-1-1003
- Testimony: Evidence presented orally by witnesses during trials or before grand juries.
(1)enter and inspect the places, question the employees, and investigate the facts, conditions, or matters that the department considers appropriate to determine whether an employer has violated or is about to violate the provisions of this part or that will aid the department in the enforcement of the provisions of this part; and
(2)administer oaths, examine witnesses, issue subpoenas, compel the attendance of witnesses, inspect papers, books, accounts, records, payrolls, documents, and testimony, and take depositions and affidavits relevant to the department’s duties under this part.