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Dealers tell committee SB 373 will speed removal of abandoned vehicles and lower costs
Summary
SB 373 would let adjuster's‑lien claims be filed in lower courts, clarify notice and service, and shorten the process for dealers and repair shops to dispose of abandoned vehicles, proponents said. Supporters argued the change reduces court costs and frees lot space.
Senate Bill 373, presented by Senator Barry Usher, aims to revise Montana’s adjuster’s‑lien statute to make it easier and less costly for dealerships, powersports dealers and repair shops to address abandoned vehicles. Bruce Knutson of the Montana Auto Dealers Association called the bill a "very, very simple" cleanup that would move many claims out of district court and into lower courts or small‑claims forums…
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