This bill amends Section 44-1-1003 of the Montana Code Annotated (MCA) to expand the definition of areas where patrol officers can make arrests and serve warrants to include the Capitol Complex. Specifically, it adds the Capitol Complex to the list of locations, which previously included highways, highway rest areas, and state highway properties adjacent to the highway. The bill clarifies that patrol officers are considered police officers for these purposes, thereby granting them the authority to enforce laws in these areas.

The bill also provides an immediate effective date upon passage and approval. The inclusion of the Capitol Complex in the law aims to enhance law enforcement capabilities in this significant state property, ensuring that patrol officers have the necessary authority to maintain order and enforce regulations effectively.

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