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§ 45-3-101

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45-3-101. Definitions. (1) 'Force likely to cause death or serious bodily harm' within the meaning of this chapter includes but is not limited to: (a) the firing of a firearm in the direction of a person, even though no purpose exists to kill or inflict serious bodily harm; and (b) the firing of a firearm at a vehicle in which a person is riding. (2) 'Forcible felony' means any felony which involves the use or threat of physical force or violence against any individual. History: En. 94-3-101 by Sec. 1, Ch. 513, L. 1973; R.C.M. 1947, 94-3-101.

Source: https://mca.legmt.gov/bills/mca/title_0450/chapter_0030/part_0010/section_0010/0450-0030-0010-0010.html· Version 2025