Below you will find links to traffic laws and driving rules in Montana -- including the online vehicle code, statutes on common traffic violations, and state-specific driving manuals (where available).
Drinking & Driving Violations | Driving under influence of alcohol or drugs (MCA Title 61, Ch. 8, Part 4) |
Driving Without a License / With a Suspended License | Drivers to be licensed (MCA section 61-5-102) |
Driving Without Insurance / With Insufficient Insurance | When proof of financial responsibility required (MCA section 61-6-131) |
Driving Without Registration / With Expired Registration | Registration required (MCA section 61-3-301) |
Illegal U-Turn | Limitation on U-turns (MCA section 61-8-334) |
Leaving the Scene of an Accident / Hit & Run | Accidents involving death or personal injuries (MCA section 61-7-103) Accidents involving damage to vehicle (MCA section 61-7-104) |
Mechanical Violations | Vehicle Equipment (MCA Title 61, Ch. 9) |
Reckless Driving | Reckless driving (MCA section 61-8-301) |
Running a Red Light / Stop Sign | Obedience to traffic control devices (MCA section 61-8-201) |
Seat Belt / Child Restraint Violations | Seatbelt use required (MCA section 61-13-103) |
Speeding | Speed restrictions (MCA section 61-8-303) |
Unlawful Vehicle Modifications | Vehicle Equipment (MCA Title 61, Ch. 9) |