Montana · Montana Code Annotated — Title 45, Crimes

MCA Title 45 § 45-8-229: Restitution for harassment, harm, or unauthorized control of service animal

What this law says, in plain English

A person convicted of harassing, harming, or controlling a service animal must pay full restitution to the handler for all damages, including animal replacement/retraining costs, veterinary care, medical expenses, lost wages, and handler training.

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