Montana § 25-10-201 - Costs Generally Allowable

Full text of Montana Montana Code Annotated § 25-10-201 — Costs Generally Allowable, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 25-10-201. Costs Generally Allowable

Costs generally allowable. A party to whom costs are awarded in an action is entitled to include in the party's bill of costs the party's necessary disbursements, as follows: (1) the legal fees of witnesses, including mileage, or referees and other officers; (2) the expenses of taking depositions; (3) the legal fees for publication when publication is directed; (4) the legal fees paid for filing and recording papers and certified copies of papers necessarily used in the action or on the trial; (5) the legal fees paid stenographers for per diem or for copies; (6) the reasonable expenses of printing papers for a hearing when required by a rule of court; (7) the reasonable expenses of making transcript for the supreme court; (8) the reasonable expenses for making a map or maps if required and necessary to be used on trial or hearing; and (9) other reasonable and necessary expenses that are taxable according to the course and practice of the court or by express provision of law.

Frequently Asked Questions About Montana § 25-10-201

What does Montana Code Annotated § 25-10-201 cover?

Section 25-10-201 ("Costs Generally Allowable") 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 § 25-10-201?

A common citation format is "Montana Code Annotated § 25-10-201" (Montana). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.

Is this the official text of Montana law?

No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Montana official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Montana attorney.

How does Montana § 25-10-201 apply to my situation?

Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Montana can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.

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