Hardin, MT · Big Horn County
Trespass Enforcement Authorization
This one-page authorization lets Hardin property owners, lessees, or their representatives empower police officers to address trespassing and loitering at a specified property using written authority.
- licensed online notary
- ~15 min average
- Notarized PDF emailed
What you’ll need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
- This form, ready to upload as a PDF
What this form is
The form identifies the property and authorizing person, then gives Hardin Police Department officers permission to issue trespass notices, disperse loiterers, and direct trespassers to leave in the situations described. Property owners or lessees can use it when they want officers to act on their behalf for a threat to public safety or welfare, or a condition offensive to the senses that interferes with neighborhood comfort. The authorization continues until written notice ends it.
Who needs it
A property owner, lessee, or authorized representative who wants to give Hardin Police Department officers written authority to address trespassing or loitering at a property.
Why it needs a notary
The form carries an acknowledgment before a notary public; the authorizing person signs and acknowledges the instrument in the notary’s presence.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Get the Hardin Police Department Trespass / Public Nuisance Authorization form.
- 2
Fill Out the Form
Enter the property location, business and authorizing-person details, and contact information.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Arrange a remote notarization appointment with a commissioned online notary.
- 4
Sign on Video
Sign and acknowledge the authorization during the online notary session.
- 5
Submit to the City
Send the notarized form to the Hardin Police Department.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Hardin. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I complete the trespass authorization?
- Identify the property and authorizing person, complete the contact details, and sign the form before a commissioned online notary. Submit the completed authorization to the Hardin Police Department.
- Do I need to sign this form in front of a notary?
- Yes. The form includes an acknowledgment stating that the authorizing person appeared before a notary and acknowledged signing the instrument.
- Can I use an online notary for this form?
- Montana authorizes remote online notarization by its commissioned notaries. A commissioned online notary can notarize your signature by video; confirm with the city or town if unsure.
- When does this authorization apply?
- It authorizes officers to act regarding the identified property when there is a threat to public safety or welfare, or a condition offensive to the senses that interferes with neighborhood comfort.
- How long does the authorization remain in effect?
- The form says the authorization remains in effect until the authorizing person or owner provides written notice of termination.