7-4-2718. Referral of complaint. If a county attorney receives a complaint concerning official misconduct as provided in 45-7-401 of a local government public officer and the county attorney does not commence an action pursuant to 45-7-401(3), the county attorney shall refer the complaint and any relevant evidence for the attorney general’s review as provided by 2-15-504 within 90 days of the receipt of the complaint.

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Terms Used In Montana Code 7-4-2718

  • Complaint: A written statement by the plaintiff stating the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant.
  • Evidence: Information presented in testimony or in documents that is used to persuade the fact finder (judge or jury) to decide the case for one side or the other.