27-1-711. Liability of minor or person of unsound mind for own torts — exemplary damages. A minor or person of unsound mind is civilly liable for a wrong done by that person but is not liable in exemplary damages unless at the time of the act the person was capable of knowing that it was wrongful.

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Terms Used In Montana Code 27-1-711

  • Damages: Money paid by defendants to successful plaintiffs in civil cases to compensate the plaintiffs for their injuries.
  • Person: includes a corporation or other entity as well as a natural person. See Montana Code 1-1-201