# Mont. Code Ann. § 45-2-102: 45-2-102 Substitutes for negligence and knowledge

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## Section

- **Citation:** Mont. Code Ann. § 45-2-102
- **Heading:** 45-2-102 Substitutes for negligence and knowledge
- **Jurisdiction:** Montana
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** MT Code / Title 45 / Chapter 2 / Part 1 / Section 45-2-102

## Text

45-2-102 . Substitutes for negligence and knowledge. When the law provides that negligence suffices to establish an element of an offense, such element also is established if a person acts purposely or knowingly. When acting knowingly suffices to establish an element, such element also is established if a person acts purposely.

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