Montana § 72-5-604 - Communication Between Courts
Full text of Montana Montana Code Annotated § 72-5-604 — Communication Between Courts, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 72-5-604. Communication Between Courts
Communication between courts. (1) A court of this state may communicate with a court in another state concerning a proceeding arising under this part. The court may allow the parties to participate in the communication. Except as otherwise provided in subsection (2), the court shall make a record of the communication. The record may be limited to the fact that the communication occurred. (2) Courts may communicate concerning schedules, calendars, court records, and other administrative matters without making a record.
Frequently Asked Questions About Montana § 72-5-604
What does Montana Code Annotated § 72-5-604 cover?
Section 72-5-604 ("Communication Between Courts") 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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