27-16-206. Directions to sheriff in order. The order must require the sheriff of the county where the defendant may be found to arrest the defendant and hold the defendant to bail in a specified sum and to return the order at a time specified in the order to the clerk of the court in which the action is pending.

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Terms Used In Montana Code 27-16-206

  • Arrest: Taking physical custody of a person by lawful authority.
  • Bail: Security given for the release of a criminal defendant or witness from legal custody (usually in the form of money) to secure his/her appearance on the day and time appointed.
  • Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.