33-16-114. Penalty. (1) A person, insurer, organization, group, or association that fails to comply with a final order of the commissioner under this chapter is liable to the state in an amount not exceeding $50. If the failure is willful, the person or entity is liable to the state in an amount not exceeding $5,000 for the failure. The commissioner shall collect the amount payable and may bring an action in the name of the people of the state of Montana to enforce collection. The penalties may be in addition to any other penalties provided by law.
     (2) A willful violation of the provisions of this chapter by any person is a misdemeanor.

     History: En. Sec. 32, Ch. 362, L. 1969; R.C.M. 1947, 40-3665(b), (c); amd. Sec. 1197, Ch. 56, L. 2009.