Montana Code > Title 27 > Chapter 16 > Part 3 – Vacation of Order — Reduction of Bail
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| § 27-16-301 | Proceedings to vacate order or reduce bail |
| § 27-16-302 | When order vacated or bail reduced |
Terms Used In Montana Code > Title 27 > Chapter 16 > Part 3 - Vacation of Order -- Reduction of Bail
- Arrest: Taking physical custody of a person by lawful authority.
- 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.