§ 46-20-103

46-20-103. Scope of appeal by state. (1) Except as otherwise specifically authorized, the state may not appeal in a criminal case. (2) The state may appeal from any court order or judgment the substantive effect of which results in: (a) dismissing a case; (b) modifying or changing the verdict as provided in 46-16-702(3)(c); (c) granting a new trial; (d) quashing an arrest or search warrant; (e) suppressing evidence; (f) suppressing a confession or admission; (g) granting or denying change of venue; or (h) imposing a sentence that is contrary to law. History: En. 95-2403 by Sec. 1, Ch. 196, L. 1967; amd. Sec. 41, Ch. 184, L. 1977; R.C.M. 1947, 95-2403; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 478, L. 1989.