26-2-104. Disobedience — how punished. Disobedience to a subpoena or a refusal to be sworn or to answer as a witness or to subscribe an affidavit or deposition, when required, may be punished as a contempt by the court issuing the subpoena or requiring the witness to be sworn, to answer, or to subscribe. If the witness is a party, the party’s complaint or answer may be stricken out.

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Terms Used In Montana Code 26-2-104

  • Answer: The formal written statement by a defendant responding to a civil complaint and setting forth the grounds for defense.
  • Complaint: A written statement by the plaintiff stating the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant.
  • Subpoena: A command to a witness to appear and give testimony.