Montana · Montana Code Annotated — Title 61, Motor Vehicles

MCA Title 61 § 61-6-138: Money or securities as proof of responsibility

What this law says, in plain English

A person may prove financial responsibility by depositing $55,000 in cash or eligible securities with the state treasurer. The deposit secures payment of judgments for motor vehicle-related injuries, deaths, or property damage, and cannot be seized except for such claims.

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