The Montana and U.S. governments consist of three branches—legislative, executive, and judicial. This separation of powers, established by our Montana and U.S. Constitutions, includes a system of checks and balances to prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful.
The judicial branch and our courts are essential in safeguarding our constitutional rights by interpreting laws, conducting judicial review, and balancing the powers of government. Our latest fact sheet highlights the important role of the judiciary.
Download The Importance of the Judiciary.
