46-9-106. Release or detention of defendant pending trial. - Montana Statutes

     46-9-106. Release or detention of defendant pending trial. Before a verdict has been rendered, the court shall:
     (1) authorize the release of the defendant upon reasonable conditions that ensure the appearance of the defendant and protect the safety of the community or of any person; or
     (2) detain the defendant when there is probable cause to believe that the defendant committed an offense for which death is a possible punishment and adequate safeguards are not available to ensure the defendant's appearance and the safety of the community.

     History: En. Sec. 72, Ch. 800, L. 1991.