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MT Code § 16-3-224 (2021)
2021 Montana Code Annotated|Title 16. Alcohol, Tobacco, and Marijuana|Chapter 3. Control of Liquor, Beer, and Wine|Part 2. Regulation of Brewers, Beer Importers, and Beer Wholesalers|16-3-224. Contractual or franchise relationship -- existence by actions

  16-3-224. Contractual or franchise relationship -- existence by actions. The doing or accomplishing of any of the following acts constitutes prima facie evidence of a contractual or franchise relationship between a licensed wholesaler and a brewer or beer importer within the contemplation of 16-3-221 through 16-3-226:   (1) the shipment, preparation for shipment, or acceptance of any order by any brewer or beer importer or its agent for any beer to a licensed wholesaler within this state;   (2) the payment by any licensed wholesaler within this state or the acceptance of payment by any brewer or beer importer or its agent for the shipment of an order of beer intended for sale within this state.   History: En. 4-317.5 by Sec. 4, Ch. 322, L. 1974; Sec. 4-317.5, R.C.M. 1947; redes. 4-3-210 by Sec. 120, Ch. 387, L. 1975; R.C.M. 1947, 4-3-210; amd. Sec. 11, Ch. 19, L. 1985.
MT Code § 16-3-225 (2021)
2021 Montana Code Annotated|Title 16. Alcohol, Tobacco, and Marijuana|Chapter 3. Control of Liquor, Beer, and Wine|Part 2. Regulation of Brewers, Beer Importers, and Beer Wholesalers|16-3-225. Injunction to prevent franchise cancellation

  16-3-225. Injunction to prevent franchise cancellation. Any court of competent jurisdiction may enjoin the cancellation or termination of a franchise or agreement between a wholesaler and a brewer or between a wholesaler and a beer importer at the instance of a wholesaler who is or would be adversely affected by the cancellation or termination. In granting an injunction, the court shall provide that the brewer or beer importer shall not supply the customers or territory of the wholesaler who is servicing the territory or customers through other distributors or means while the injunction is in effect.   History: En. 4-317.6 by Sec. 5, Ch. 322, L. 1974; Sec. 4-317.6, R.C.M. 1947; redes. 4-3-211 by Sec. 120, Ch. 387, L. 1975; R.C.M. 1947, 4-3-211; amd. Sec. 12, Ch. 19, L. 1985.
MT Code § 16-3-226 (2021)
2021 Montana Code Annotated|Title 16. Alcohol, Tobacco, and Marijuana|Chapter 3. Control of Liquor, Beer, and Wine|Part 2. Regulation of Brewers, Beer Importers, and Beer Wholesalers|16-3-226. Brewer-wholesaler or beer importer-wholesaler agreements filed with department

  16-3-226. Brewer-wholesaler or beer importer-wholesaler agreements filed with department. An exact copy of all agreements, contracts, or franchises between a brewer or beer importer and a wholesaler shall be filed with the department as a public document and shall be available to any of the parties to a dispute. The department, upon the instigation of any action in a court of record, shall file an exact certified copy of the agreement with the court for the court's consideration in determining any matter before it. Any contracts, agreements, or franchises not upon record with the department shall not be considered by any court as having any force or effect.   History: En. 4-317.7 by Sec. 6, Ch. 322, L. 1974; Sec. 4-317.7, R.C.M. 1947; amd. and redes. 4-3-212 by Sec. 55, Ch. 387, L. 1975; R.C.M. 1947, 4-3-212; amd. Sec. 13, Ch. 19, L. 1985.
MT Code § 16-3-227 (2021)
2021 Montana Code Annotated|Title 16. Alcohol, Tobacco, and Marijuana|Chapter 3. Control of Liquor, Beer, and Wine|Part 2. Regulation of Brewers, Beer Importers, and Beer Wholesalers|16-3-227. through 16-3-229 reserved

  16-3-227 through 16-3-229 reserved.
MT Code § 16-3-230 (2021)
2021 Montana Code Annotated|Title 16. Alcohol, Tobacco, and Marijuana|Chapter 3. Control of Liquor, Beer, and Wine|Part 2. Regulation of Brewers, Beer Importers, and Beer Wholesalers|16-3-230. Beer required to be shipped to wholesaler

  16-3-230. Beer required to be shipped to wholesaler. Except as provided in 16-3-214, all beer that is to be distributed in Montana, whether manufactured outside of or within the state of Montana, must be consigned to and shipped, either directly or via a licensed storage depot, to a licensed wholesaler and unloaded into the wholesaler's warehouse in Montana or subwarehouse in Montana. A brewer or beer importer may sell only to wholesalers from a storage depot in Montana and shall maintain records of all beer, including the name or kind received, on hand, and sold. The records may at any time be inspected by a representative of the department. The wholesaler shall distribute the beer from the warehouse or subwarehouse and shall keep records at the wholesaler's principal place of business of all beer, including the name or kind received, on hand, sold, and distributed. The records may be inspected by a representative of the department at any time.   History: En. Sec. 14, Ch. 106, L. 1933; amd. Sec. 5, Ch. 46, Ex. L. 1933; re-en. Sec. 2815.23, R.C.M. 1935; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 246, L. 1947; amd. Sec. 5, Ch. 166, L. 1951; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 222, L. 1965; Sec. 4-318, R.C.M. 1947; amd. and redes. 4-4-103 by Sec. 56, Ch. 387, L. 1975; R.C.M. 1947, 4-4-103(part); amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 178, L. 1983; amd. Sec. 14, Ch. 19, L. 1985; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 192, L. 1999.
MT Code § 16-3-231 (2021)
2021 Montana Code Annotated|Title 16. Alcohol, Tobacco, and Marijuana|Chapter 3. Control of Liquor, Beer, and Wine|Part 2. Regulation of Brewers, Beer Importers, and Beer Wholesalers|16-3-231. Monthly report of wholesaler

  16-3-231. Monthly report of wholesaler. Every wholesaler licensed to do business in this state shall, on or before the 15th day of each month, in the manner and form prescribed by the department, make an exact return to the department of the amount of beer manufactured in this state sold and delivered by the wholesaler and also of the amount of beer manufactured in places outside of the state sold and delivered by the wholesaler during the previous month and of the wholesaler's inventory. The department may at any time make an examination of the wholesaler's books and premises and otherwise check the accuracy of the return or check the alcoholic content of beer on hand.   History: En. Sec. 15, Ch. 106, L. 1933; re-en. Sec. 2815.24, R.C.M. 1935; Sec. 4-319, R.C.M. 1947; amd. and redes. 4-3-213 by Sec. 57, Ch. 387, L. 1975; R.C.M. 1947, 4-3-213; amd. Sec. 191, Ch. 56, L. 2009.
MT Code § 16-3-232 (2021)
2021 Montana Code Annotated|Title 16. Alcohol, Tobacco, and Marijuana|Chapter 3. Control of Liquor, Beer, and Wine|Part 2. Regulation of Brewers, Beer Importers, and Beer Wholesalers|16-3-232. Beer sales by wholesaler

  16-3-232. Beer sales by wholesaler. A wholesaler may sell and deliver beer purchased or acquired by the wholesaler to a wholesaler, retailer, or common carrier licensed under this code.   History: En. Sec. 17, Ch. 106, L. 1933; amd. Sec. 6, Ch. 46, Ex. L. 1933; re-en. Sec. 2815.26, R.C.M. 1935; Sec. 4-321, R.C.M. 1947; amd. and redes. 4-3-214 by Sec. 59, Ch. 387, L. 1975; R.C.M. 1947, 4-3-214; amd. Sec. 192, Ch. 56, L. 2009.
MT Code § 16-3-233 (2021)
2021 Montana Code Annotated|Title 16. Alcohol, Tobacco, and Marijuana|Chapter 3. Control of Liquor, Beer, and Wine|Part 2. Regulation of Brewers, Beer Importers, and Beer Wholesalers|16-3-233. Sales to public by wholesaler unlawful

  16-3-233. Sales to public by wholesaler unlawful. A wholesaler may not give, sell, deliver, or distribute any beer purchased or acquired by the wholesaler to the public.   History: En. Sec. 18, Ch. 106, L. 1933; amd. Sec. 7, Ch. 46, Ex. L. 1933; re-en. Sec. 2815.27, R.C.M. 1935; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 274, L. 1973; Sec. 4-322, R.C.M. 1947; redes. 4-3-215 by Sec. 120, Ch. 387, L. 1975; R.C.M. 1947, 4-3-215; amd. Sec. 193, Ch. 56, L. 2009.
MT Code § 16-3-234 (2021)
2021 Montana Code Annotated|Title 16. Alcohol, Tobacco, and Marijuana|Chapter 3. Control of Liquor, Beer, and Wine|Part 2. Regulation of Brewers, Beer Importers, and Beer Wholesalers|16-3-234. Consumption of beer on wholesalers' premises unlawful

  16-3-234. Consumption of beer on wholesalers' premises unlawful. It shall be unlawful for any wholesaler to sell, serve, or give away any beer to be consumed on such wholesaler's premises.   History: En. Sec. 19, Ch. 106, L. 1933; re-en. Sec. 2815.28, R.C.M 1935; Sec. 4-323, R.C.M. 1947; redes. 4-3-216 by Sec. 120, Ch. 387, L. 1975; R.C.M. 1947, 4-3-216.
MT Code § 16-3-235 (2021)
2021 Montana Code Annotated|Title 16. Alcohol, Tobacco, and Marijuana|Chapter 3. Control of Liquor, Beer, and Wine|Part 2. Regulation of Brewers, Beer Importers, and Beer Wholesalers|16-3-235. Carriers' reports of beer transported

  16-3-235. Carriers' reports of beer transported. Every railroad and every motor carrier transporting beer manufactured out of this state from points without this state and delivering the same to points within this state shall, if requested by the department, on or before the 15th day of each month, make an exact return to the department of the amount of such beer so transported and delivered by such railroad or motor carrier during the previous month and shall state in such return the name and address of the consignor, the name and address of the consignee, the date of delivery, and the amount delivered. A carrier shall retain for 30 months all pertinent and relevant records necessary for the preparation of this report and any other information the department may require.   History: En. Sec. 4, Ch. 220, L. 1939; Sec. 4-326, R.C.M. 1947; amd. and redes. 4-3-218 by Sec. 61, Ch. 387, L. 1975; R.C.M. 1947, 4-3-218; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 207, L. 1991.
MT Code § 16-3-236 (2021)
2021 Montana Code Annotated|Title 16. Alcohol, Tobacco, and Marijuana|Chapter 3. Control of Liquor, Beer, and Wine|Part 2. Regulation of Brewers, Beer Importers, and Beer Wholesalers|16-3-236. through 16-3-240 reserved

  16-3-236 through 16-3-240 reserved.
MT Code § 16-3-241 (2021)
2021 Montana Code Annotated|Title 16. Alcohol, Tobacco, and Marijuana|Chapter 3. Control of Liquor, Beer, and Wine|Part 2. Regulation of Brewers, Beer Importers, and Beer Wholesalers|16-3-241. Furnishing of fixtures or interior advertising matter to retailers by brewers, beer importers, and wholesalers unlawful -- exceptions

  16-3-241. Furnishing of fixtures or interior advertising matter to retailers by brewers, beer importers, and wholesalers unlawful -- exceptions. (1) (a) It is unlawful for any brewer, beer importer, or wholesaler to lease, furnish, give, or pay for any premises, furniture, fixtures, equipment, or any other advertising matter or any other property to a retail licensee, used or to be used in the dispensation of beer in and about the interior of the place of business of the licensed retailer, or to furnish, give, or pay for any repairs, improvements, or painting on or within the premises.   (b) It is lawful for a brewer, beer importer, or wholesaler to furnish, give, or loan to a retail licensee:   (i) bottle openers, can openers, trays, tap handles, menus, apparel, coasters, glassware, cups, napkins, or other functional advertising matter that does not exceed $300 in value in any 1 calendar year to any one retail establishment for display use within the interior of the retail establishment;   (ii) not more than six illuminated or electrical signs, neon signs, lamps, or lighted clocks for each brand of beer in any 1 calendar year to any one retailer for display use within the interior of the retailer's place of business. These signs, displays, lamps, or lighted clocks may bear the name, brand name, trade name, trademark, or other designation indicating the name of the manufacturer of beer and the place of manufacture. Any beer advertised must be available for sale on the retailer's premises at the time the displays are used unless the displays are the property of the retailer or, if supplied by a brewer, beer importer, or wholesaler, a display has been in the retailer's possession for more than 9 months.   (iii) permanent or temporary advertising matter of a decorative nature, excluding items described in subsection (1)(b)(ii) but including nonelectric clocks, mirrors, banners, flags, and pennants; and   (iv) maintenance or repair services on draft beer equipment to keep it sanitary and in good working condition.   (2) A wholesaler may furnish portable equipment used for the temporary cooling, handling, and dispensing of beer to a special permittee or a retailer for use:   (a) in catering an event that is off the permittee's or retailer's regular premises; or   (b) up to three times a year, on a retailer's regular premises, for a period not to exceed 72 hours.   History: En. Sec. 18, Ch. 46, Ex. L. 1933; re-en. Sec. 2815.51, R.C.M. 1935; amd. Sec. 10, Ch. 166, L. 1951; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 51, L. 1955; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 110, L. 1959; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 49, L. 1967; Sec. 4-349, R.C.M. 1947; amd. and redes. 4-3-219 by Sec. 74, Ch. 387, L. 1975; R.C.M. 1947, 4-3-219; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 568, L. 1981; amd. Sec. 15, Ch. 19, L. 1985; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 229, L. 1985; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 247, L. 2005.
MT Code § 16-3-242 (2021)
2021 Montana Code Annotated|Title 16. Alcohol, Tobacco, and Marijuana|Chapter 3. Control of Liquor, Beer, and Wine|Part 2. Regulation of Brewers, Beer Importers, and Beer Wholesalers|16-3-242. Financial interest in retailers prohibited

  16-3-242. Financial interest in retailers prohibited. A brewer, beer importer, or wholesaler may not advance or loan money to or furnish money for or pay for or on behalf of any retailer any license or tax that may be required to be paid for any retailer. A brewer, beer importer, or wholesaler may not be financially interested, either directly or indirectly, in the conduct or operation of the business of a retailer. A brewer, beer importer, or wholesaler is considered to have a financial interest within the meaning of this section if:   (1) the brewer, beer importer, or wholesaler owns or holds any interest in or a lien or mortgage against the retailer or the retailer's premises;   (2) the brewer, beer importer, or wholesaler is under any contract with a retailer concerning future purchases or the sale of merchandise by one from or to the other; or   (3) any retailer holds an interest, as a stockholder or otherwise, in the business of the wholesaler.   History: En. 4-3-220 by Sec. 75, Ch. 387, L. 1975; R.C.M. 1947, 4-3-220; amd. Sec. 16, Ch. 19, L. 1985; amd. Sec. 194, Ch. 56, L. 2009.
MT Code § 16-3-243 (2021)
2021 Montana Code Annotated|Title 16. Alcohol, Tobacco, and Marijuana|Chapter 3. Control of Liquor, Beer, and Wine|Part 2. Regulation of Brewers, Beer Importers, and Beer Wholesalers|16-3-243. Seven-day credit limitation

  16-3-243. Seven-day credit limitation. No sale or delivery of beer shall be made to any retail licensee except for cash paid within 7 days after the delivery thereof, and in no event shall any brewer, beer importer, or wholesaler extend more than 7 days' credit on account of such beer to a retail licensee, nor shall any retail licensee accept or receive delivery of such beer without agreement to pay in cash therefor within 7 days from delivery thereof. A correctly dated check which is honored upon presentment shall be considered as cash within the meaning of this code. Any extension or acceptance of credit in violation hereof shall be regarded and construed as rendering or receiving financial assistance, and the licenses of brewers, beer importers, wholesalers, and retail licensees involved in violation hereof shall be suspended or revoked, as determined by the department in its discretion.   History: En. 4-3-221 by Sec. 76, Ch. 387, L. 1975; R.C.M. 1947, 4-3-221; amd. Sec. 17, Ch. 19, L. 1985.
MT Code § 16-3-244 (2021)
2021 Montana Code Annotated|Title 16. Alcohol, Tobacco, and Marijuana|Chapter 3. Control of Liquor, Beer, and Wine|Part 2. Regulation of Brewers, Beer Importers, and Beer Wholesalers|16-3-244. Beer advertising limitations

  16-3-244. Beer advertising limitations. It is lawful to advertise beer, as defined and regulated, subject to the restrictions on brewers and beer importers contained in 16-3-241 of this code and subject to the following restrictions on retailers. A retail licensee may not display or permit to be displayed on the exterior portion or surface of the retailer's place of business or on the exterior portion or surface of any building of which the place of business is a part or on any premises adjacent to the place of business, whether any of the premises are owned or leased by the retailer, any sign, poster, or advertisement bearing the name, brand name, trade name, trademark, or other designation indicating the manufacturer, brewer, beer importer, wholesaler, or place of manufacture of any beer, unless it is on a marquee, board, or other space used for temporary advertisements and is not displayed for more than 10 days per display period.   History: En. Sec. 11, Ch. 166, L. 1951; Sec. 4-358, R.C.M. 1947; amd. and redes. 4-3-222 by Sec. 77, Ch. 387, L. 1975; R.C.M. 1947, 4-3-222; amd. Sec. 18, Ch. 19, L. 1985; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 223, L. 1985; amd. Sec. 3, Ch. 197, L. 2009.
MT Code § 16-3-302 (2021)
2021 Montana Code Annotated|Title 16. Alcohol, Tobacco, and Marijuana|Chapter 3. Control of Liquor, Beer, and Wine|Part 3. Retail Sales Restrictions|16-3-302. Sale by retailer for consumption on premises

  16-3-302. Sale by retailer for consumption on premises. (1) It is lawful for a licensed retailer to sell and serve beer, either on draught or in containers, to the public to be consumed on the premises of the retailer.   (2) It is lawful for a licensee who has an all-beverages license that the licensee uses at a golf course to sell alcoholic beverages and for a licensee who has a golf course beer and wine license issued under 16-4-109 to sell beer and wine:   (a) in the building or other structural premises constituting the clubhouse or primary indoor recreational quarters of the golf course; and   (b) at any place within the boundaries of the golf course, from a portable satellite vehicle or other movable satellite device that is moved from place to place, whether inside or outside of a building or other structure.   (3) It is lawful to consume alcoholic beverages sold as provided in subsection (2) at any place within the boundaries of the golf course, whether inside or outside of a building or other structure.   History: En. Sec. 29, Ch. 106, L. 1933; re-en. Sec. 2815.31, R.C.M. 1935; Sec. 4-328, R.C.M. 1947; amd. and redes. 4-3-302 by Sec. 63, Ch. 387, L. 1975; R.C.M. 1947, 4-3-302; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 646, L. 1987; amd. Sec. 195, Ch. 56, L. 2009.
MT Code § 16-3-303 (2021)
2021 Montana Code Annotated|Title 16. Alcohol, Tobacco, and Marijuana|Chapter 3. Control of Liquor, Beer, and Wine|Part 3. Retail Sales Restrictions|16-3-303. Sale of beer by retailer for consumption off premises

  16-3-303. Sale of beer by retailer for consumption off premises. It is lawful for an on-premises retailer to sell or furnish beer to the public in its original package, in prepared servings, or in growlers, and the beer must be taken away from the premises of the retailer for consumption off the premises of the retailer. Growlers may not be filled in advance of sale and may be furnished by the consumer.  History: En. Sec. 30, Ch. 106, L. 1933; amd. Sec. 10, Ch. 46, Ex. L. 1933; re-en. Sec. 2815.32, R.C.M. 1935; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 177, L. 1961; Sec. 4-329, R.C.M. 1947; redes. 4-3-303 by Sec. 120, Ch. 387, L. 1975; R.C.M. 1947, 4-3-303; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 77, L. 2011; amd. Sec. 7, Ch. 194, L. 2021.
MT Code § 16-3-304 (2021)
2021 Montana Code Annotated|Title 16. Alcohol, Tobacco, and Marijuana|Chapter 3. Control of Liquor, Beer, and Wine|Part 3. Retail Sales Restrictions|16-3-304. Closing hours for licensed retail establishments

  16-3-304. Closing hours for licensed retail establishments. Except as provided in 16-3-305, all licensed establishments wherein alcoholic beverages are sold, offered for sale, or given away at retail shall be closed each day between 2 a.m. and 8 a.m.; provided, however, that when any municipal incorporation has by ordinance further restricted the hours of sale of alcoholic beverages, then the sale of alcoholic beverages is prohibited within the limits of any such city or town during the time such sale is prohibited by this code and in addition thereto during the hours that it is prohibited by such ordinance. During such hours all persons except the alcoholic beverage licensee and employees of such licensed establishment shall be excluded from the licensed premises.   History: En. Sec. 1, Ch. 161, L. 1943; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 162, L. 1959; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 242, L. 1973; Sec. 4-303, R.C.M. 1947; amd. and redes. 4-3-304 by Sec. 46, Ch. 387, L. 1975; R.C.M. 1947, 4-3-304; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 347, L. 1985.
MT Code § 16-3-305 (2021)
2021 Montana Code Annotated|Title 16. Alcohol, Tobacco, and Marijuana|Chapter 3. Control of Liquor, Beer, and Wine|Part 3. Retail Sales Restrictions|16-3-305. Sale of alcoholic beverages during closed hours unlawful -- lawful business need not be closed

  16-3-305. Sale of alcoholic beverages during closed hours unlawful -- lawful business need not be closed. During the hours when the licensed establishments where alcoholic beverages are sold at retail are required by this code to be closed, it shall be unlawful to sell, offer for sale, give away, consume, or allow the consumption of alcoholic beverages. When an establishment licensed to sell alcoholic beverages is operated in conjunction with a hotel, restaurant, bus depot, railway terminal, grocery store, pharmacy, or other lawful business other than that of the sale of alcoholic beverages, then such other lawful business need not be closed.   History: En. Sec. 3, Ch. 161, L. 1943; Sec. 4-304, R.C.M. 1947; amd. and redes. 4-3-305 by Sec. 47, Ch. 387, L. 1975; R.C.M. 1947, 4-3-305; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 347, L. 1985.
MT Code § 16-3-306 (2021)
2021 Montana Code Annotated|Title 16. Alcohol, Tobacco, and Marijuana|Chapter 3. Control of Liquor, Beer, and Wine|Part 3. Retail Sales Restrictions|16-3-306. Proximity to churches and schools restricted

  16-3-306. Proximity to churches and schools restricted. (1) Except as provided in subsections (2) through (4), a retail license may not be issued pursuant to this code to any business or enterprise whose premises are within 600 feet of and on the same street as a building used exclusively as a church, synagogue, or other place of worship or as a school other than a commercially operated or postsecondary school. This distance must be measured in a straight line from the center of the nearest entrance of the place of worship or school to the nearest entrance of the licensee's premises. This section is a limitation upon the department's licensing authority.   (2) However, the department may renew a license for any establishment located in violation of this section if the licensee does not relocate an entrance any closer than the existing entrances and if the establishment:   (a) was located on the site before the place of worship or school opened; or   (b) was located in a bona fide hotel, restaurant, or fraternal organization building at the site since January 1, 1937.   (3) Subsection (1) does not apply to licenses for the sale of beer, table wine, or both in the original package for off-premises consumption.   (4) Subsection (1) does not apply within the applicable jurisdiction of a local government that has supplanted the provisions of subsection (1) as provided in 16-3-309.   History: En. Sec. 13, Ch. 84, L. 1937; Sec. 4-415, R.C.M. 1947; amd. and redes. 4-4-107 by Sec. 92, Ch. 387, L. 1975; R.C.M. 1947, 4-4-107; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 152, L. 1981; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 662, L. 1983; amd. Sec. 196, Ch. 56, L. 2009.