Can you take marijuana out of Montana?

On Behalf of Stevenson Law Office | May 8, 2025 | Criminal Law | Montana has legalized recreational marijuana for adults. There are still many restrictions in place. You can’t buy marijuana if you are under 21, for example. You can’t drive your car if you’ve been using marijuana products, similar to how you can’t drive after you’ve been drinking alcohol. But […]

Are expungements in Montana conditional?

On Behalf of Stevenson Law Office | May 22, 2025 | Expungement | Expungements in Montana can be conditional, depending on the nature of the offense and the statute under which an individual seeks relief. While Montana does provide mechanisms for clearing certain criminal records, not all offenses are eligible for this process, and the process itself is not automatic.  Montana […]

Were you charged with having an open container of alcohol?

On Behalf of Stevenson Law Office | Jun 4, 2025 | Criminal Law | Being stopped by law enforcement and cited for an open container of alcohol in your vehicle can be frustrating and confusing, especially if you were unaware of the specific rules. In Montana, open container laws apply when any part of an alcoholic beverage is unsealed or open […]

Can officers lawfully search a person’s body during a traffic stop?

On Behalf of Stevenson Law Office | Jun 13, 2025 | Criminal Law | Most people do their best to comply with police officers during traffic stops. They want the process to move as smoothly as possible, so they try to be cooperative. They hope to avoid a ticket if possible or to prevent the situation from escalating and resulting in […]