Montana § 25-2-117 - Multiple Defendants
Full text of Montana Montana Code Annotated § 25-2-117 — Multiple Defendants, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 25-2-117. Multiple Defendants
Multiple defendants. If there are two or more defendants in an action, a county that is a proper place of trial for any defendant is proper for all defendants, subject to the power of the court to order separate trials under Rule 42(b) of the Montana Rules of Civil Procedure. If an action with two or more defendants is brought in a county that is not a proper place of trial for any of the defendants, any defendant may make a motion for change of place of trial to any county which is a proper place of trial.
Frequently Asked Questions About Montana § 25-2-117
What does Montana Code Annotated § 25-2-117 cover?
Section 25-2-117 ("Multiple Defendants") is part of the Montana Code Annotated, the codified statutory law of Montana. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Montana § 25-2-117?
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Is this the official text of Montana law?
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