Montana Code 70-27-117. Judgment by default
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70-27-117. Judgment by default. If the defendant does not appear and defend within 10 days of service, the court shall enter the defendant’s default and enter judgment in favor of the plaintiff as requested in the complaint.
Terms Used In Montana Code 70-27-117
- Complaint: A written statement by the plaintiff stating the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant.
- Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
- Plaintiff: The person who files the complaint in a civil lawsuit.