Escape
MCA 45-7-306 — eluding official detention, up to 6 months, 10 years after a felony charge, 20 with force
A person in official detention, which includes an arrest, transport or court ordered custody and community corrections, commits escape by knowingly eluding it or failing to return from a temporary leave. Probation, parole and release on bail are not official detention.
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| Escape | Up to |
|---|---|
| EscapeBy force, violence or a weapon | Up to20 years in the state prison |
| EscapeAfter a felony charge or conviction | Up to10 years in the state prison |
| EscapeAny other | Up to$500, 6 months, or both |
Sources for this section (1)
- MCA 45-7-306 — Escape
Legal information, not legal advice. Verified as of October 2026. Applying it to a particular situation is the work of a licensed Montana attorney.