Statewide speed limit ruling unsettles local control
The Attorney General holds that Montana cities cannot set speed limits for motor vehicles, citing state laws from 1913 and 1919. The Butte Automobile Club seeks a test case to confirm whether Chapter 73 overrides city limits, which currently enforce 8 to 15 mile per hour restrictions. Fines under Butte ordinances may continue until a higher court decision.
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Attorney Lindsay Denounces Motor Law in Butte Letter
John Lindsay condemns a motor law ruling as contrary to public policy and municipal rights. He argues cities must regulate street traffic and warns the measure erodes local government, police functions, and lawful street use, urging a halt to the enactment.
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