53-24-102. Declaration of policy. It is the policy of the state of Montana to recognize alcoholism as an illness and that alcoholics and intoxicated persons may not be subjected to criminal prosecution because of their consumption of alcoholic beverages but rather should be afforded a continuum of treatment in order that they may lead normal lives as productive members of society.
History: En. 69-6211 by Sec. 1, Ch. 302, L. 1974; Sec. 69-6211, R.C.M. 1947; redes. 80-2708 by Sec. 6, Ch. 280, L. 1975; R.C.M. 1947, 80-2708.
Structure Montana Code Annotated
Title 53. Social Services and Institutions
Chapter 24. Alcoholism and Drug Dependence
53-24-101. Legislative purpose
53-24-102. Declaration of policy
53-24-104. Deposit of funds from federal or private sources with state treasurer
53-24-105. Application of administrative procedure act
53-24-106. Criminal laws limitation
53-24-107. Public intoxication not criminal offense
53-24-108. Use of funds generated by taxation on alcoholic beverages