Mont. Code § 25-3-106

Current through the 2023 Regular Session

Section 25-3-106 - Medical malpractice claims - time limit

A plaintiff in a medical malpractice action shall accomplish service within 6 months after filing the complaint. If the plaintiff fails to do so, the court, on motion or on its own initiative, shall dismiss the action without prejudice unless the defendant has made an appearance.

§ 25-3-106, MCA

Amended by Laws 2021, Ch. 318,Sec. 1, eff. 4/30/2021.

Termination date removed by Laws 2021, Ch. 318,Sec. 1, eff. 4/30/2021.

Added by Laws 2015, Ch. 368, Sec. 19, eff. 4/29/2015, terminating 6/30/2019.

See Laws 2015, Ch. 368, Sec. 28.