Montana Code 1-2-103. Statutes in derogation of the common law — liberal construction
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1-2-103. Statutes in derogation of the common law — liberal construction. The rule of the common law that statutes in derogation thereof are to be strictly construed has no application to the statutes of the state of Montana. The statutes establish the law of this state respecting the subjects to which they relate, and their provisions and all proceedings under them are to be liberally construed with a view to effect their objects and to promote justice.
Terms Used In Montana Code 1-2-103
- Common law: The legal system that originated in England and is now in use in the United States. It is based on judicial decisions rather than legislative action.
- State: when applied to the different parts of the United States, includes the District of Columbia and the territories. See Montana Code 1-1-201