This bill amends Section 44-1-1003 of the Montana Code Annotated (MCA) to expand the definition of areas where patrol officers can act as police officers. Specifically, it includes the Capitol Complex as a designated area where patrol officers are authorized to make arrests and serve warrants. The bill clarifies that patrol officers are considered police officers for these purposes not only on highways and highway rest areas but also within the Capitol Complex, as defined in another section of the MCA.

The bill aims to enhance law enforcement capabilities within the Capitol Complex by ensuring that patrol officers have the same authority as police officers in enforcing laws and responding to offenses. The changes take effect immediately upon passage and approval, reflecting the urgency of the legislative intent to bolster security and law enforcement presence in this important state property area.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 44-1-1003
HB0181_1(1): 44-1-1003
HB0181_1(2): 44-1-1003
HB0181_1(3): 44-1-1003
HB0181_1(4): 44-1-1003
HB0181_1(5): 44-1-1003
HB0181_1(6): 44-1-1003
HB0181_1(7): 44-1-1003
HB0181_1(8): 44-1-1003
HB0181_1: 44-1-1003
HB0181_2(1): 44-1-1003
HB0181_2(2): 44-1-1003
HB0181_2(3): 44-1-1003
HB0181_2(4): 44-1-1003
HB0181_2(5): 44-1-1003
HB0181_2(6): 44-1-1003
HB0181_2(7): 44-1-1003
HB0181_2(8): 44-1-1003
HB0181_2: 44-1-1003
HB0181_X(1): 44-1-1003
HB0181_X(2): 44-1-1003
HB0181_X(3): 44-1-1003
HB0181_X(4): 44-1-1003
HB0181_X(5): 44-1-1003
HB0181_X(6): 44-1-1003
HB0181_X(7): 44-1-1003
HB0181_X(8): 44-1-1003
HB0181_X: 44-1-1003