Montana Code > Title 25 > Chapter 31 > Part 6 – Parties
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| § 25-31-601 | Who may act as attorney |
| § 25-31-602 | When guardian necessary — how appointed |
Terms Used In Montana Code > Title 25 > Chapter 31 > Part 6 - Parties
- Answer: The formal written statement by a defendant responding to a civil complaint and setting forth the grounds for defense.
- Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
- Guardian: A person legally empowered and charged with the duty of taking care of and managing the property of another person who because of age, intellect, or health, is incapable of managing his (her) own affairs.
- Person: includes a corporation or other entity as well as a natural person. See Montana Code 1-1-201
- Plaintiff: The person who files the complaint in a civil lawsuit.
- Process: means a writ or summons issued in the course of judicial proceedings. See Montana Code 1-1-202
- Summons: Another word for subpoena used by the criminal justice system.