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Montana · Through Montana Code Annotated 2025

46-20-103: Scope of appeal by state.

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  1. TITLE 46. CRIMINAL PROCEDURE
  2. CHAPTER 20. APPEALS
  3. Part 1. General Provisions

(1) Except as otherwise specifically authorized, the state may not appeal in a criminal case.

(2) The state may appeal from any court order or judgment the substantive effect of which results in:

(a) dismissing a case;

(b) modifying or changing the verdict as provided in 46-16-702(3)(c);

(c) granting a new trial;

(d) quashing an arrest or search warrant;

(e) suppressing evidence;

(f) suppressing a confession or admission;

(g) granting or denying change of venue; or

(h) imposing a sentence that is contrary to law.

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