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Montana Code 46-16-702 - Motion for a new trial

Montana Code > Title 46 > Chapter 16 > Part 7 > § 46-16-702. Motion for a new trial


Current as of: 2009

(1) Following a verdict or finding of guilty, the court may grant the defendant a new trial if required in the interest of justice. A new trial may be ordered by the court without a motion or may be granted after motion and hearing.
     (2) The motion for a new trial must be in writing and must specify the grounds for a new trial. The motion must be filed by the defendant within 30 days following a verdict or finding of guilty and be served upon the prosecution.
     (3) On hearing the motion for a new trial, if justified by law and the weight of the evidence, the court may:
     (a) deny the motion;
     (b) grant a new trial; or
     (c) modify or change the verdict or finding by finding the defendant guilty of a lesser included offense or finding the defendant not guilty.

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See also:

Montana Code Title 46 > Chapter 16 - Trial

U.S. Code Provisions: Trial, Verdict and Judgment

U.S. Code Title 18 > Part II > Chapter 208 - Speedy Trial
U.S. Code Title 18 > Part II > Chapter 219 - Trial By United States Magistrate Judges
U.S. Code Title 18 > Part II > Chapter 225 - Verdict
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