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Cal. Civ. Code § 70-27-211

Appeal

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Verified 10/22/2026 · Next check 11/21/2026
effective 10/22/2026MontanaEviction & Just Cause

Operative Text

Cal. Civ. Code § 70-27-211
An appeal may be taken by the plaintiff or defendant as in other cases.
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Plain English

Mont. Code Ann. § 70-27-211 establishes that either party in an eviction or unlawful detainer proceeding has the right to appeal a court's decision, following the same appellate procedures that apply to other civil cases in Montana. This means the losing party is not without recourse once a trial court issues its ruling. The provision places both plaintiffs and defendants on equal footing when it comes to seeking appellate review.

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Plain English — not legal advice.

For Property Managers

Under Mont. Code Ann. § 70-27-211, a landlord who receives an unfavorable ruling in an eviction proceeding generally has the same right to appeal as in any other civil matter. Operators familiar with Montana's standard appellate rules and deadlines are better positioned to preserve their options after a trial court decision. Consulting with a licensed Montana attorney about applicable timelines and procedural requirements is a common step for landlords considering an appeal.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

Mont. Code Ann. § 70-27-211 means that a tenant who loses at the trial court level in an eviction case retains the right to appeal, just as any civil litigant would. This equal right to appellate review can be an important avenue for challenging a ruling believed to be legally incorrect. Tenants exploring this option often reach out to tenant-rights organizations or a licensed Montana attorney to understand the procedural steps and deadlines involved.

General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.

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Rules and statutes that cite this regulation

Mont. Code Ann. § 70-27-103
Mont. Code Ann. § 70-27-111
Mont. Code Ann. § 70-27-205

Related Rules

§ 151.20
TEMPORARY EVICTION CONTROLS AND RENT REDUCTIONS FOR MOBILE HOMES DAMAGED IN THE JANUARY, 1994 EARTHQUAKE
§ 1
Definitions
§ 2
Eviction of tenants prohibited; exceptions

Source Information

Source:https://mca.legmt.gov/bills/mca/title_0700/chapter_0270/part_0020/section_0110/0700-0270-0020-0110.html
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