1. (1) Except as otherwise specifically authorized, the state may not appeal in a criminal case.

2. (2) The state may appeal from any court order or judgment the substantive effect of which results in:

   1. (a) dismissing a case;
   2. (b) modifying or changing the verdict as provided in 46-16-702(3)(c);
   3. (c) granting a new trial;
   4. (d) quashing an arrest or search warrant;
   5. (e) suppressing evidence;
   6. (f) suppressing a confession or admission;
   7. (g) granting or denying change of venue; or
   8. (h) imposing a sentence that is contrary to law.

History: En. 95-2403 by Sec. 1, Ch. 196, L. 1967; amd. Sec. 41, Ch. 184, L. 1977; R.C.M. 1947, 95-2403; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 478, L. 1989.