Montana Code 27-16-405. Notice of justification of sureties — new undertaking
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27-16-405. Notice of justification of sureties — new undertaking. Within 5 days after receipt of notice, the sheriff or defendant may give to the plaintiff or the plaintiff’s attorney notice of the justification of the same or other bail, specifying the place of residence and occupation of the attorney, before a judge of the court or clerk of the court, at a specified time and place, not to be less than 5 or more than 10 days after the notice of the justification, except with consent of parties. If other bail is given, there must be a new undertaking.
Terms Used In Montana Code 27-16-405
- Bail: Security given for the release of a criminal defendant or witness from legal custody (usually in the form of money) to secure his/her appearance on the day and time appointed.
- Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
- Plaintiff: The person who files the complaint in a civil lawsuit.
