Instructions - City / Justice Court Civil Actions - Montana 2026

1. Click ‘Get Form’ to open the Instructions - City / Justice Court Civil Actions in the editor.
2. Begin by preparing a written complaint. Clearly state the facts of your case, including the dollar amount requested and any specific property you wish to recover. Ensure you include the date of the transaction.
3. Prepare a summons and a praecipe for service. For each defendant, you'll need two copies of both the complaint and summons, along with one praecipe.
4. Once completed, return all documents to the clerk at Justice or City Court for filing. Remember that there is a $15 filing fee for each complaint.
5. After filing, ensure that you receive confirmation of service back from the Sheriff’s office or other designated person. This is crucial for proceeding with your lawsuit.
6. If the defendant responds with an answer within 20 days, be prepared for a pre-trial hearing where settlement discussions can take place.

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