Montana · Montana Code Annotated — Title 61, Motor Vehicles
MCA Title 61 § 61-12-401: Taking vehicle into custody
What this law says, in plain English
Law enforcement and fish/wildlife personnel may take abandoned vehicles into custody after 48 hours on highways or 5+ days on city/private property. Agencies may use their own or hire external resources for removal and storage.
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