The bill amends Section 71-3-1203 of the Montana Code Annotated, focusing on the enforcement of liens. It allows lienors to file enforcement actions in a "court of competent jurisdiction in the county" rather than specifically in the district court of the county. Additionally, the bill eliminates the requirement for a summons when a claim is made under this section, allowing an order to show cause to serve as a substitute. This order does not require prior notice or service of process on the property owner before its issuance.

Further revisions include changes to the affidavit requirements for lien claims, specifying that the affidavit must state the particular property upon which the lien is claimed and an itemized list of charges due. The bill also modifies the service requirements for the order to show cause, mandating that it be served by certified mail and first-class mail at least 21 days before the hearing date. Overall, these changes aim to streamline the lien enforcement process and clarify the procedures involved.

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(10): 71-3-1203
SB0373_X(11): 71-3-1203
SB0373_X(12): 71-3-1203
SB0373_X(13): 71-3-1203
SB0373_X(14): 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