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Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by FindLaw Staff
(1) A commercial motor vehicle equipped with an engine compression brake device must be equipped with a muffler in good working condition to prevent excessive noise.
(2) An operator of a commercial motor vehicle that has an engine compression brake device with a factory-installed muffler or an equivalent after-market muffler may not be prohibited from using the engine compression brake device.
(3) The department of transportation employees who are designated as peace officers pursuant to 61-10-154 shall work with law enforcement in the enforcement of standards adopted pursuant to this section.
(4) Notice of a deficiency must be given pursuant to 61-9-501.
(5) A violation of the rules adopted to implement to this section is punishable as provided in 61-9-521.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Montana Title 61. Motor Vehicles § 61-9-321. Engine compression brake device--use - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/mt/title-61-motor-vehicles/mt-code-ann-sect-61-9-321/
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