46-13-205. Return to original place of trial. When a trial occurs after a change of place of trial and a retrial is required, the cause must be returned to the county in which the charge was originally properly filed for further proceedings.

Terms Used In Montana Code 46-13-205

  • Charge: means a written statement that accuses a person of the commission of an offense, that is presented to a court, and that is contained in a complaint, information, or indictment. See Montana Code 46-1-202
  • Place of trial: means the geographical location and political subdivision in which the court that will hear the cause is situated. See Montana Code 46-1-202
  • Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.