Senate Bill No. [insert bill number] aims to revise search and seizure laws concerning the state's and local governments' ability to obtain and use electronic communications and related materials. The bill prohibits governmental entities from obtaining electronic communications, including the contents of such communications, without a search warrant. It also limits the admissibility of stored data obtained in violation of the statute and clarifies the disclosure of requests issued by governmental entities. Notably, the bill deletes references to subscriber records and personal data, while it introduces new provisions that prevent governmental entities from purchasing data without a warrant or investigative subpoena.

Additionally, the bill amends existing sections of the Montana Code Annotated (MCA) to reinforce the requirement for a search warrant when accessing stored data from electronic devices. It specifies that any evidence obtained in violation of the new regulations is inadmissible in civil, criminal, or administrative proceedings. The bill also clarifies that the warrant requirements do not apply to electronic communications of individuals currently incarcerated in correctional facilities. Overall, the legislation seeks to enhance privacy protections for electronic communications while establishing clear guidelines for governmental access.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 46-5-112, 46-5-602, 46-5-606
SB0282_1(1): 46-5-112, 46-5-602, 46-5-606
SB0282_1(2): 46-5-112, 46-5-602, 46-5-606
SB0282_1(3): 46-5-112, 46-5-602, 46-5-606
SB0282_1(4): 46-5-112, 46-5-602, 46-5-606
SB0282_1(5): 46-5-112, 46-5-602, 46-5-606
SB0282_1(6): 46-5-112, 46-5-602, 46-5-606
SB0282_1: 46-5-112, 46-5-602, 46-5-606
SB0282_2(1): 46-5-112, 46-5-602, 46-5-606
SB0282_2(10): 46-5-112, 46-5-602, 46-5-606
SB0282_2(11): 46-5-112, 46-5-602, 46-5-606
SB0282_2(12): 46-5-112, 46-5-602, 46-5-606
SB0282_2(13): 46-5-112, 46-5-602, 46-5-606
SB0282_2(14): 46-5-112, 46-5-602, 46-5-606
SB0282_2(15): 46-5-112, 46-5-602, 46-5-606
SB0282_2(16): 46-5-112, 46-5-602, 46-5-606
SB0282_2(2): 46-5-112, 46-5-602, 46-5-606
SB0282_2(3): 46-5-112, 46-5-602, 46-5-606
SB0282_2(4): 46-5-112, 46-5-602, 46-5-606
SB0282_2(5): 46-5-112, 46-5-602, 46-5-606
SB0282_2(6): 46-5-112, 46-5-602, 46-5-606
SB0282_2(7): 46-5-112, 46-5-602, 46-5-606
SB0282_2(8): 46-5-112, 46-5-602, 46-5-606
SB0282_2(9): 46-5-112, 46-5-602, 46-5-606
SB0282_2: 46-5-112, 46-5-602, 46-5-606
SB0282_3(1): 46-5-112, 46-5-602, 46-5-606
SB0282_3(2): 46-5-112, 46-5-602, 46-5-606
SB0282_3(3): 46-5-112, 46-5-602, 46-5-606
SB0282_3(4): 46-5-112, 46-5-602, 46-5-606
SB0282_3(5): 46-5-112, 46-5-602, 46-5-606
SB0282_3(6): 46-5-112, 46-5-602, 46-5-606
SB0282_3(7): 46-5-112, 46-5-602, 46-5-606
SB0282_3(8): 46-5-112, 46-5-602, 46-5-606
SB0282_3: 46-5-112, 46-5-602, 46-5-606