45-3-101. Definitions. (1) "Force likely to cause death or serious bodily harm" within the meaning of this chapter includes but is not limited to:
(a) the firing of a firearm in the direction of a person, even though no purpose exists to kill or inflict serious bodily harm; and
(b) the firing of a firearm at a vehicle in which a person is riding.
(2) "Forcible felony" means any felony which involves the use or threat of physical force or violence against any individual.
History: En. 94-3-101 by Sec. 1, Ch. 513, L. 1973; R.C.M. 1947, 94-3-101.
Structure Montana Code Annotated
Chapter 3. Justifiable Use of Force
45-3-102. Use of force in defense of person
45-3-103. Use of force in defense of occupied structure
45-3-104. Use of force in defense of other property
45-3-105. Use of force by aggressor
45-3-106. Use of force to prevent escape
45-3-107. Use of force by parent, guardian, or teacher
45-3-108. Use of force in resisting arrest
45-3-109. Execution of death sentence
45-3-110. No duty to summon help or flee
45-3-111. Openly carrying weapon -- display
45-3-112. Investigation of alleged offense involving claim of justifiable use of force