27-16-207. Service of order and affidavit. The order of arrest, with a copy of the affidavit upon which it is made, must be delivered to the sheriff who, upon arresting the defendant, shall deliver the defendant a copy of the affidavit and also, if the defendant desires, a copy of the order of arrest.

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Terms Used In Montana Code 27-16-207

  • Affidavit: A written statement of facts confirmed by the oath of the party making it, before a notary or officer having authority to administer oaths.
  • Affidavit: means a sworn written declaration made before an officer authorized to administer oaths or an unsworn written declaration made under penalty of perjury as provided in 1-6-105. See Montana Code 1-1-203
  • Arrest: Taking physical custody of a person by lawful authority.
  • Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.