Montana Code 2-9-319. Government entity — prohibitions on lawsuits related to firearms or manufacturers
2-9-319. Government entity — prohibitions on lawsuits related to firearms or manufacturers. (1) Except as provided in subsection (2), a government entity may not bring suit against a firearms or ammunition manufacturer, trade association, or seller for recovery of damages resulting from, or injunctive relief or abatement of a nuisance relating to, the lawful design, manufacture, marketing, or sale of firearms or ammunition to the public.
Terms Used In Montana Code 2-9-319
- Contract: A legal written agreement that becomes binding when signed.
- Damages: Money paid by defendants to successful plaintiffs in civil cases to compensate the plaintiffs for their injuries.
- Property: means real and personal property. See Montana Code 1-1-205
(2)Nothing in this section prohibits a government entity from bringing an action against a firearms or ammunition manufacturer, trade association, or seller for recovery of damages for:
(a)breach of contract or warranty as to firearms or ammunition purchased by a government entity; or
(b)damage or harm to property owned or leased by the government entity caused by a defective firearm or ammunition.