# Mont. Code Ann. § 37-69-310: 37-69-310 Citation and fine for failure to display license

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_MT_T37_C69_P3_S37-69-310

## Section

- **Citation:** Mont. Code Ann. § 37-69-310
- **Heading:** 37-69-310 Citation and fine for failure to display license
- **Jurisdiction:** Montana
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** MT Code / Title 37 / Chapter 69 / Part 3 / Section 37-69-310

## Text

37-69-310 . Citation and fine for failure to display license. (1) A citation for failure to display a plumber's license or proof of licensure issued by an employee of the department must include:

(a) the time and date on which the citation is issued;

(b) the name, address, mailing address, and signature of the person to whom the citation is issued;

(c) reference to the statutory authority to issue the citation;

(d) the name, title, affiliation, and signature of the person issuing the citation;

(e) information explaining the procedure for the person to follow in order to pay the fine or to demonstrate proof of licensure; and

(f) the amount of the applicable fine.

(2) The applicable civil fines for failing to display a license or proof of licensure are as follows:

(a) $100 for the first offense, unless the provisions of subsection (4)(b) apply;

(b) $250 for the second offense; and

(c) $500 for the third and any subsequent offense.

(3) Each day of violation constitutes a separate offense. The person issuing the citation is responsible for determining, by means of an up-to-date list or through telephone or other communication with the board office, whether the citation being issued is for a first, second, or subsequent offense.

(4) (a) The person who issues the citation is authorized to collect the fine, but the person who is issued a citation may pay the fine to the board within 5 business days of the date of issuance.

(b) The board may not impose a fine for a first offense on a licensee who produces proof of licensure to the department within 5 days of the citation. In other cases, the board may, upon finding that the person has demonstrated acceptable proof of licensure, waive or refund the fine.

(5) A person who violates this section is also subject to the provisions of 37-1-109 .

## Nearby sections

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