46-18-306. Specific written findings of fact. In each case in which the court imposes the death sentence, the determination of the court shall be supported by specific written findings of fact as to the existence or nonexistence of each of the circumstances set forth in 46-18-303 and 46-18-304. The written findings of fact shall be substantiated by the records of the trial and the sentencing proceeding.
History: En. 95-2206.11 by Sec. 6, Ch. 338, L. 1977; R.C.M. 1947, 95-2206.11.
Structure Montana Code Annotated
Chapter 18. Sentence and Judgment
46-18-301. Hearing on imposition of death penalty
46-18-302. Evidence that may be received
46-18-303. Aggravating circumstances
46-18-304. Mitigating circumstances
46-18-305. Effect of aggravating and mitigating circumstances
46-18-306. Specific written findings of fact
46-18-307. Automatic review of sentence
46-18-308. Time for review -- consolidation with appeal