This bill aims to revise laws related to disability parking in Montana by increasing penalties for violations and establishing stricter regulations against fraudulent activities concerning disability parking accommodations. Specifically, it amends Section 49-4-307 of the Montana Code Annotated (MCA) to introduce new fines for parking violations. A person who parks in violation of designated disability parking regulations will face fines ranging from $150 to $250 for a first offense and $250 to $500 for subsequent offenses. Additionally, if a valid disability parking permit is produced within three business days of the violation, the individual may avoid fines.

Furthermore, the bill introduces penalties for individuals who provide false information or assist unqualified persons in obtaining disability parking permits or placards. Such actions will be classified as misdemeanors, punishable by fines of at least $300 or community service aimed at improving access for persons with disabilities. The bill also grants law enforcement officials the authority to enforce these provisions in public parking areas. Overall, the legislation seeks to enhance the integrity of disability parking regulations and ensure that accommodations are reserved for those who genuinely need them.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 49-4-307
HB0038_1(1): 49-4-307
HB0038_1(2): 49-4-307
HB0038_1(3): 49-4-307
HB0038_1(4): 49-4-307
HB0038_1(5): 49-4-307
HB0038_1(6): 49-4-307
HB0038_1(7): 49-4-307
HB0038_1: 49-4-307
HB0038_2(1): 49-4-307
HB0038_2(10): 49-4-307
HB0038_2(11): 49-4-307
HB0038_2(12): 49-4-307
HB0038_2(13): 49-4-307
HB0038_2(2): 49-4-307
HB0038_2(3): 49-4-307
HB0038_2(4): 49-4-307
HB0038_2(5): 49-4-307
HB0038_2(6): 49-4-307
HB0038_2(7): 49-4-307
HB0038_2(8): 49-4-307
HB0038_2(9): 49-4-307
HB0038_2: 49-4-307
HB0038_3(1): 49-4-307
HB0038_3(10): 49-4-307
HB0038_3(11): 49-4-307
HB0038_3(2): 49-4-307
HB0038_3(3): 49-4-307
HB0038_3(4): 49-4-307
HB0038_3(5): 49-4-307
HB0038_3(6): 49-4-307
HB0038_3(7): 49-4-307
HB0038_3(8): 49-4-307
HB0038_3(9): 49-4-307
HB0038_3: 49-4-307
HB0038_4(1): 49-4-307
HB0038_4(2): 49-4-307
HB0038_4(3): 49-4-307
HB0038_4(4): 49-4-307
HB0038_4(5): 49-4-307
HB0038_4(6): 49-4-307
HB0038_4(7): 49-4-307
HB0038_4(8): 49-4-307
HB0038_4: 49-4-307
HB0038_X(1): 49-4-307
HB0038_X(2): 49-4-307
HB0038_X(3): 49-4-307
HB0038_X(4): 49-4-307
HB0038_X(5): 49-4-307
HB0038_X(6): 49-4-307
HB0038_X(7): 49-4-307
HB0038_X(8): 49-4-307
HB0038_X: 49-4-307