House Bill No. introduced by B. Mitchell, E. Byrne, and S. Fitzpatrick aims to eliminate the possibility of recovering damages for injuries and death resulting from duels. The bill amends Section 27-1-301 of the Montana Code Annotated (MCA) to clarify that the damages prescribed in certain sections are exclusive of exemplary damages and interest, while also repealing Section 27-1-223, which specifically addressed damages for injuries or death inflicted in a duel.

By repealing Section 27-1-223, the bill effectively removes any legal recourse for individuals seeking damages related to duel-related injuries or fatalities. This legislative change reflects a shift in the legal framework surrounding dueling, indicating a move towards discouraging such practices and eliminating their legal consequences.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 27-1-301
HB0247_1(1): 27-1-301
HB0247_1(10): 27-1-301
HB0247_1(11): 27-1-301
HB0247_1(12): 27-1-301
HB0247_1(13): 27-1-301
HB0247_1(2): 27-1-301
HB0247_1(3): 27-1-301
HB0247_1(4): 27-1-301
HB0247_1(5): 27-1-301
HB0247_1(6): 27-1-301
HB0247_1(7): 27-1-301
HB0247_1(8): 27-1-301
HB0247_1(9): 27-1-301
HB0247_1: 27-1-301