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Montana Supreme Court rules 10 extra driving miles aren't enough to change a father's custody plan

The Montana Supreme Court has reaffirmed a previous ruling on a parenting plan modification initiated by Justin Aikins, who sought changes after his ex-wife moved a mere 10 miles away. The court concluded that minor increases in distance do not justify altering existing custody arrangements. Attempts at mediation were unsuccessful,…

The Times of India · 4h ago

How the 2026 elections affected state supreme courts: Montana

In Montana, Amy Eddy defeated Dan Wilson in the November 2026 nonpartisan general election to the Montana Supreme Court. The candidates were running to succeed outgoing Justice Beth Baker, whom Bolts has described as a member of the court’s liberal bloc. Baker first won her seat in a 2010 nonpartisan…

Ballotpedia · Nov 12

Amy Eddy defeated Dan Wilson in the nonpartisan election for a seat on the Montana Supreme Court, retaining the court's liberal majority

Amy Eddy defeated Dan Wilson in the nonpartisan election for a seat on the Montana Supreme Court on Nov. 3, 2026. Justice Beth Baker, who assumed office in 2011, did not seek re-election.

Ballotpedia · Nov 6

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Montana Court Backs Surface Owners: top court says dinosaur fossils aren’t minerals; ruling sets key precedent

Mary Ann and Lige Murray bought a ranch in Montana and discovered valuable dinosaur fossils. These fossils included a nearly complete Tyrannosaurus rex and the well-known "Duelling Dinosaurs". The Murrays faced ownership disputes with previous owners over mineral rights, leading to legal battles. A Montana Supreme Court ruling ultimately stated…

The Times of India · Oct 23

Montana to have its first state supreme court election since allowing political parties to contribute money to judicial candidates

One seat on the Montana Supreme Court is up for nonpartisan election on Nov. 3, 2026. Amy Eddy and Dan Wilson are running for the seat. Justice Beth Baker, who assumed office in 2011, is not seeking re-election.

Ballotpedia · Oct 13

The D.C. Streetcar's Other Failures

Plus: The "Montana miracle" wins one last court battle, D.C.'s "devastatingly unambitious" growth plan, and your Fourth Amendment right to refuse federal housing vouchers.

Reason · Mar 24

"It Is Unfortunate That the Video of This Encounter Will Likely Go The Way of the Lost Ark Because It Doesn't Make for Good Clickbait"

From Montana Supreme Court Justice James Jeremiah Shea's concurring opinion Tuesday in City of Kalispell v. Doman: I concur fully… The post "It Is Unfortunate That the Video of This Encounter Will Likely Go The Way of the Lost Ark Because It Doesn't Make for Good Clickbait" appeared first on…

Reason · Feb 12

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Supreme Court rejects Montana's bid to revive parental consent law for minors' abortions

The Supreme Court won't hear a case involving a push to revive a law that minors must have their parents’ permission for an abortion in Montana

The Independent UK · Jul 3, 2025

Montana Supreme Court declares 2021 abortion restrictions unconstitutional

Montana’s Supreme Court has upheld a lower court ruling that struck down as unconstitutional several laws restricting abortion access

The Independent UK · Jun 10, 2025

Montana Supreme Court Upholds Youth Climate Case Ruling

Montana Supreme Court's decision in youth climate case sets precedent for environmental cases, emphasizing the need to protect the environment for future g...

Montana Supreme Court Blocks Ban On Gender-Affirming Care

Montana Supreme Court upholds block on law banning gender-affirming care for transgender minors, highlighting privacy rights and ongoing debates on LGBTQ h...

The First Amendment Right To 'Greenmail' Developers

Plus: The Montana Supreme Court rescues zoning reform, and a new challenge to inclusionary zoning.

Reason · Sep 10, 2024

Montana Supreme Court rules minors don't need parental permission for abortion

Montana's Supreme Court ruled that minors don't need their parents' permission to get an abortion in the state

The Independent UK · Aug 14, 2024

Montana supreme court strikes down Republican-passed voting restrictions

Court rules four laws passed by state legislature in wake of Trump’s 2020 loss violate Montana constitution in win for voting rights

The Guardian - US · Mar 28, 2024

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WEKU · Mar 1, 2024

Montana judge declares 3 laws restricting abortion unconstitutional

The decision cited a 1999 Montana Supreme Court ruling that said the state Constitution's right to privacy includes a woman's right to abortion access.

The Independent UK · Sep 6, 2023

Montana's attorney general faces professional misconduct complaint. Spokeswoman calls it meritless

Montana's top law enforcement official faces 41 counts of professional misconduct

Ballotpedia · Feb 27, 2023

The last state enacts new state legislative boundaries

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Ballotpedia · Feb 24, 2023

Montana becomes last state to enact legislative districting boundaries after the 2020 census

Montana enacted new legislative district boundaries on Feb. 22 when the Montana Districting & Apportionment Commission submitted its final plan to the secretary of state. The maps will take effect for Montana’s 2024 state legislative elections.

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Tribune News Service · Jan 25, 2023

As states seek to limit abortions, Montana wants to redefine what is medically necessary

Montana’s conservative leaders, stymied by the courts from passing laws that impose significant statewide abortion restrictions, seek to tighten the state’s Medicaid rules to make it more difficult for low-income women to receive abortions.

Ballotpedia · Jan 3, 2023

Montana Districting and Apportionment Commission submits final legislative district boundary proposal to legislature

The Montana Districting and Apportionment Commission (MDAC) voted 3-2 to submit its final legislative district boundary proposal to the legislature. The commission’s nonpartisan chairperson, Maylinn Smith, and two Democratic-appointed commissioners voted to approve the map, and the two Republican-appointed commissioners voted against it.

The Independent UK · Nov 9, 2022

Rosendale wins reelection in Montana US House race

Montana Republican Matt Rosendale won a second term in the U.S. House as he fended off a pair of challengers in the race for a newly drawn district representing the eastern portion of the state

The Independent UK · Nov 8, 2022

Zinke, Rosendale look to extend GOP dominance in Montana

Montana voters are electing candidates in two newly-drawn U.S. House districts after the Republican-controlled state gained a second seat for the 2022 election due to population growth

Inverse · Jul 25, 2022

In Montana, children want to fight for health justice in court

Montana is interfering with the children’s health, safety, and happiness, the suit alleges. Now, they want to have their day in court.

Tribune News Service · Jul 21, 2022

Kids want to put Montana on trial for unhealthy climate policies

For her birthday every October, Grace Gibson-Snyder and her family explore the Lamar Valley just inside the northern border of Yellowstone National Park.

Reason · Jun 29, 2022

Montana Constitution Lets Board of Regents Regulate Gun Carrying at Universities, Independent of Legislature

Today's decision of the Montana Supreme Court in Bd. of Regents v. State, written by Justice Laurie McKinnon, holds that the Montana Constitution gives the Montana Board of Regents of Higher Education authority over the Montana University System, independent in many ways of the Legislature, and it was therefore unconstitutional…

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