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Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
(1) The department shall revoke and may not reissue the registry identification card of an individual who:
(a) is convicted of a drug offense; or
(b) allows another individual to be in possession of the individual's:
(i) registry identification card, except as provided for in 16-12-513; or
(ii) mature marijuana plants, seedlings, usable marijuana, or marijuana products.
(2) If no other penalty is specified under this part, a registered cardholder who violates this part is punishable by a fine not to exceed $500 or by imprisonment in a county jail for a term not to exceed 6 months, or both, unless otherwise provided in this part or unless the violation would constitute a violation of Title 45. An offense constituting a violation of Title 45 must be charged and prosecuted pursuant to the provisions of Title 45.
(3) Review of a department action imposing a fine, suspension, or revocation under this section must be conducted as a contested case hearing under the provisions of the Montana Administrative Procedure Act.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Montana Title 16. Alcohol, Tobacco, and Marijuana § 16-12-523. Unlawful conduct by cardholders--penalties - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/mt/title-16-alcohol-tobacco-and-marijuana/mt-st-16-12-523/
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