Montana Code 2-16-211. Oaths — form — before whom — when
2-16-211. Oaths — form — before whom — when. (1) Members of the legislature and all officers, executive, ministerial, or judicial, must, before they enter upon the duties of their respective offices, take and subscribe the following oath or affirmation: “I do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support, protect, and defend the constitution of the United States and the constitution of the state of Montana, and that I will discharge the duties of my office with fidelity (so help me God).”
Terms Used In Montana Code 2-16-211
- Oath: A promise to tell the truth.
- Oath: includes an affirmation or declaration. See Montana Code 1-1-201
- State: when applied to the different parts of the United States, includes the District of Columbia and the territories. See Montana Code 1-1-201
- United States: includes the District of Columbia and the territories. See Montana Code 1-1-201
(2)No other oath, declaration, or test must be required as a qualification for any office or public trust.
(3)Except when otherwise provided, the oath may be taken before any officer authorized to administer oaths.