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Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by FindLaw Staff
(1) Except as provided in Title 16, chapter 12, or 50-32-609, a person commits the offense of criminal possession of dangerous drugs if the person possesses any dangerous drug, as defined in 50-32-101, [in an amount] greater than permitted or for which a penalty is not specified under Title 16, chapter 12.
(2) A person convicted of criminal possession of dangerous drugs shall be imprisoned in the state prison for a term not to exceed 5 years or be fined an amount not to exceed $5,000, or both.
(3) A person convicted of a first violation under this section is presumed to be entitled to a deferred imposition of sentence of imprisonment.
(4) Ultimate users and practitioners, as defined in 50-32-101, and agents under their supervision acting in the course of a professional practice are exempt from this section.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Montana Title 45. Crimes § 45-9-102. Criminal possession of dangerous drugs - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/mt/title-45-crimes/mt-code-ann-sect-45-9-102/
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