Montana § 85-2-235 - Appeals
Full text of Montana Montana Code Annotated § 85-2-235 — Appeals, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 85-2-235. Appeals
Appeals. (1) A person whose existing rights and priorities are determined in a final decree may appeal the determination only if: (a) the person requested a hearing and appeared and entered objections to the temporary preliminary decree or the preliminary decree; (b) the person's rights or priorities as determined in the temporary preliminary decree or the preliminary decree were affected as the result of an objection filed by another person; (c) the person requested a hearing and appeared before the water court to finally resolve an issue remark, as defined in 85-2-250 ; or (d) the person is a claimant appealing an adverse decision when the water court issued the decision as the result of an evidentiary hearing or as the result of calling the claim in on the court's own motion. (2) The attorney general may appeal a determination made in a final decree if the attorney general participated as an intervenor as provided in 85-2-248 . (3) An interlocutory ruling by the water judge upon a question of law may be appealed by any party who is affected by the decision and who participated in the matter in which the ruling was issued.
Frequently Asked Questions About Montana § 85-2-235
What does Montana Code Annotated § 85-2-235 cover?
Section 85-2-235 ("Appeals") 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 § 85-2-235?
A common citation format is "Montana Code Annotated § 85-2-235" (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 § 85-2-235 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.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Montana.