[vc_row content_width="grid"][vc_column][vc_column_text]You may fill the form in on your computer, save and print the completed form. To save the typed in text on the PDF form, you must have Adobe Reader 7.03 or later. Please follow any instructions carefully. Forms cannot be submitted online. [ninja_tables id="56249"] Tow...
[vc_row content_width="grid" animation=""][vc_column][vc_column_text css_animation="fadeIn"] Professional Development Programs are advanced courses offered to officers who are employed by a law enforcement or public safety agency. MLEA Professional Programs These advanced level programs are sponsored, hosted and accredited by the Montana Law Enforcement Academy's training staff. To inquire about course...
[vc_row content_width="grid"][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Special Services Bureau is an agency-wide initiative at the Montana Department of Justice dedicated to improving how we respond to victims, developing state-of-the-art approaches by keeping up with the newest research, and, most importantly, helping victims recover and move on with their lives. This...
[vc_row animation=""][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Department of Justice develops rules by which it implements state law. The department accepts public comment on proposed rules, which are then filed with the Secretary of State's Office. That office publishes and distributes the final administrative rules adopted by state agencies, available...
[vc_row animation=""][vc_column][vc_column_text] Crime victim advocates provide free, confidential help and services to crime victims throughout Montana. Such services and help include: Helping victims recover property or restitution. Explaining a court proceeding and offering a safe, secure place during proceedings. Providing crisis counseling, emotional support and guidance. ...
[vc_row content_width="grid" css=".vc_custom_1468862440654{padding-bottom: 20px !important;}"][vc_column][vc_column_text] THE MONTANA DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE ALERTS CONSUMERS TO MATTERS OF SPECIAL INTEREST AND ALSO TRACKS SCAMS MOVING THROUGH OUR STATE. Our investigators and attorneys work hard to help defrauded Montanans. But many scams are difficult to prosecute. That's why knowledge is power. ...
[vc_row content_width="grid"][vc_column][vc_column_text] Data breaches are damaging, costly, and put the personal information of Montana residents at risk. These breaches can occur due to intentional hacking, criminal cyber-attacks, or human error. Montana statutes governing data breaches require businesses to notify affected consumers if the consumer's personal information is...
[vc_row content_width="grid"][vc_column][vc_column_text] DATA BREACHES - Reporting Requirements for Businesses Montana statutes governing data breaches require businesses to notify affected Montana residents if the resident's personal information is compromised. The notice must be made without reasonable delay, consistent with the legitimate needs of law enforcement. Any business that is required...
[vc_row content_width="grid"][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Crime Information Bureau (CIB) provides operational support to the state Criminal Justice Information Network (CJIN), serves as the state link to the FBI's National Crime Information Center and the International Justice and Public Safety Network, and the Criminal Records and Identification Services Section...
[vc_row content_width="grid"][vc_column][vc_column_text] All complaints about the unauthorized practice of law (UPL) should be directed to the Montana Office of Consumer Protection. The primary reason for prohibiting the unauthorized practice of law is to protect the public from being advised and represented by unqualified persons not subject to...