§ 25-31-801 Issue defined, types of issues
§ 25-31-802 When issues of fact arise
§ 25-31-803 By whom issues tried
§ 25-31-804 Repealed
§ 25-31-811 Repealed
§ 25-31-812 Repealed

Terms Used In Montana Code > Title 25 > Chapter 31 > Part 8 - Trial

  • Allegation: something that someone says happened.
  • Answer: The formal written statement by a defendant responding to a civil complaint and setting forth the grounds for defense.
  • Complaint: A written statement by the plaintiff stating the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant.
  • Pleadings: Written statements of the parties in a civil case of their positions. In the federal courts, the principal pleadings are the complaint and the answer.