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Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by FindLaw Staff
(1) A prosecution for a violation of 45-5-102 or 45-5-103 with regard to the death of a fetus of another may not be brought against:
(a) a person for conduct relating to an abortion for which the consent of the pregnant woman or a person authorized by law to act on her behalf has been obtained or for which the consent is implied by law;
(b) a person for any medical treatment of the pregnant woman or her fetus; or
(c) a woman with respect to her fetus.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Montana Title 45. Crimes § 45-5-116. Harm to fetus of another--exceptions - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/mt/title-45-crimes/mt-code-ann-sect-45-5-116/
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