LC 4274 Legislature · 2025 Regular Session

Generally revise insurance laws to provide that the Commissioner of Insurance's office is not a criminal justice agency

This bill clarifies that Montana's Insurance Department is not a criminal justice agency under state law. It requires the Insurance Commissioner to refer any criminal investigations - such as suspected fraud or violations - to the Attorney General, county attorney, or other criminal justice agencies with proper jurisdiction. The bill amends existing insurance law sections (33-1-311, 33-1-409, and 33-1-1203) to explicitly state this referral requirement and remove any ambiguity about the department's role in criminal matters. This change affects insurance investigators, law enforcement, and companies under investigation, ensuring criminal cases are handled by appropriate authorities rather than the Insurance Department.
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Jan 2025
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Introduced Jan 6, 2025 Last action Mar 27, 2025
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