The bill amends Section 71-3-1203 of the Montana Code Annotated, which pertains to the enforcement of liens. Key changes include the specification that lien enforcement actions can be filed in "a court of competent jurisdiction in the county" rather than exclusively in the district court of the county. Additionally, the bill eliminates the requirement for the issuance or service of a summons when a claim is made under this section, allowing an order to show cause to serve as a substitute. This order must be served to the property owner by certified mail and first-class mail at least 21 days before the hearing date.

Further revisions include the requirement for the lienor to provide an affidavit detailing the services performed and the charges due, with specific language adjustments to clarify the property upon which the lien is claimed. The bill also modifies the timeline for hearings related to the order to show cause, extending the notice period to 21 days prior to the hearing. Overall, these amendments aim to streamline the lien enforcement process and clarify procedural requirements for both lienors and property owners.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 71-3-1203
SB0373_1(1): 71-3-1203
SB0373_1(2): 71-3-1203
SB0373_1(3): 71-3-1203
SB0373_1(4): 71-3-1203
SB0373_1(5): 71-3-1203
SB0373_1: 71-3-1203
SB0373_X(1): 71-3-1203
SB0373_X(2): 71-3-1203
SB0373_X(3): 71-3-1203
SB0373_X(4): 71-3-1203
SB0373_X(5): 71-3-1203
SB0373_X(6): 71-3-1203
SB0373_X(7): 71-3-1203
SB0373_X(8): 71-3-1203
SB0373_X(9): 71-3-1203
SB0373_X: 71-3-1203