27-27-103. Form and content of writ. The writ must be either alternative or peremptory. The alternative writ must state generally the allegation against the party to whom it is directed and command the party to desist or refrain from further proceedings in the action or matter specified in the writ until the further order of the court or judge from which it is issued and to show cause before the court or judge, at a specified time and place, why the party should not be absolutely restrained from any further proceedings in the action or matter. The peremptory writ must be in a similar form, except that the words requiring the party to show cause why the party should not be absolutely restrained, etc., must be omitted and a return day inserted.

Terms Used In Montana Code 27-27-103

  • Allegation: something that someone says happened.
  • State: when applied to the different parts of the United States, includes the District of Columbia and the territories. See Montana Code 1-1-201
  • Writ: A formal written command, issued from the court, requiring the performance of a specific act.
  • Writ: means an order in writing issued in the name of the state or of a court or judicial officer. See Montana Code 1-1-202