Montana Statutes
§ 45-3-101 — Definitions
45-3-101 . Definitions.
(1)"Force likely to cause death or serious bodily harm" within the meaning of this chapter includes but is not limited to:
(a)the firing of a firearm in the direction of a person, even though no purpose exists to kill or inflict serious bodily harm; and
(b)the firing of a firearm at a vehicle in which a person is riding.
(2)"Forcible felony" means any felony which involves the use or threat of physical force or violence against any individual.
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Legislative History
En. 94-3-101 by Sec. 1, Ch. 513, L. 1973; R.C.M. 1947, 94-3-101 .
Nearby Sections
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§ 45-3-101
Definitions§ 45-3-102
Use Of Force In Defense Of Person§ 45-3-105
Use Of Force By Aggressor§ 45-3-106
Use Of Force To Prevent Escape§ 45-3-108
Use Of Force In Resisting Arrest§ 45-3-109
Execution Of Death Sentence§ 45-3-110
No Duty To Summon Help Or Flee§ 45-3-111
Openly Carrying Weapon -- Display§ 45-3-113
And 45-3-114 Reserved§ 45-3-115
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