The bill aims to revise existing stalking laws to explicitly include the use of global positioning devices and similar technological means as forms of stalking. It introduces a new definition to clarify what constitutes stalking in the context of these technologies, thereby expanding the legal framework to address modern methods of harassment and tracking.

Additionally, the bill amends Section 45-5-220 of the Montana Code Annotated (MCA) to incorporate these changes, ensuring that the law keeps pace with advancements in technology that may be used to perpetrate stalking. This legislative update seeks to enhance protections for victims by recognizing and addressing the evolving nature of stalking behaviors.

Statutes affected:
SB0321_1.pdf: 45-5-220
Introduced: 45-5-220