Montana § 85-8-408 - Summons
Full text of Montana Montana Code Annotated § 85-8-408 — Summons, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 85-8-408. Summons
Summons. (1) Upon the filing of the complaint the clerk of the court shall issue a summons which shall contain, in addition to the matters specified in Rules 4 and 12(a), Montana Rules of Civil Procedure, a brief statement of the relief demanded and a description of the lands sought to be excluded from the drainage district. (2) The summons shall be served upon the president and secretary of the board of drainage commissioners, and such service shall be deemed as service upon the drainage district.
Frequently Asked Questions About Montana § 85-8-408
What does Montana Code Annotated § 85-8-408 cover?
Section 85-8-408 ("Summons") 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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