Montana § 25-10-101 - When Costs Allowed, Of Course, To Plaintiff
Full text of Montana Montana Code Annotated § 25-10-101 — When Costs Allowed, Of Course, To Plaintiff, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 25-10-101. When Costs Allowed, Of Course, To Plaintiff
When costs allowed, of course, to plaintiff. Costs are allowed, of course, to the plaintiff upon a judgment in the plaintiff's favor in the following cases: (1) in an action for the recovery of real property or damages to real property; (2) in an action to recover the possession of personal property when the value of the property exceeds $50, with the value determined by the jury, court, or referee by whom the action is tried; (3) in an action for the recovery of money or damages, exclusive of interest, when plaintiff recovers over $50; (4) in a special proceeding; (5) in an action that involves the title or possession or right of possession of real estate; (6) in an action that involves the legality of any tax, impost, assessment, toll, or municipal fine; (7) in quo warranto proceedings; (8) in an action to foreclose a lien or pledge, to prevent or abate a nuisance, or for an injunction; or (9) in an action for property damage arising out of the ownership, maintenance, or use of a motor vehicle if the plaintiff is entitled to attorney fees under 25-10-303 .
Source: official Montana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Montana § 25-10-101
What does Montana Code Annotated § 25-10-101 cover?
Section 25-10-101 ("When Costs Allowed, Of Course, To Plaintiff") 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.
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