Justice of the Peace

• Explain and answer questions about how courts work.
• Tell you what is required according to procedure in your case.
• Give you information from your file.
• Give you copies of Court Forms that are available.
• Usually give you information about Court deadlines.

• Give you any legal advice. Only an attorney can give legal advice.
• Tell you whether or not you should bring your case to court.
• Discuss or speculate about what decision the judge might make
• Recommend an attorney.
• Talk to the Judge for you about your case.
• Let you talk to the Judge outside of the Courtroom, this can only occur during Open Court after a Motion is filed.
• Change an order issued by the Judge.
• Explain Orders of The Court.
• Tell you or suggest to you what words to use in court papers
• Change an order signed by the judge or reschedule or continue a court date
• Fill in any forms for you
• Conduct any legal research on your behalf

Orders Of Protection

If you are in an abusive relationship, you can get help. There are many resources available to assist you. It is your right to not live in fear  
A victim advocate in your community may be available to assist you with seeking a protection order, safety planning, and other issues.  
Find an advocate to help you in your area by:
Calling the Custer Network Against Domestic Abuse and Sexual Assault (CNADA) 24 hour Hotline # : 406-951-0475 Office: 406-234-0542;
Calling the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233; or
Check the Montana Coalition Against Domestic & Sexual Violence at Montana Victim Services by Region.
Guides How to Obtain an Order of Protection, from the Montana Department of Justice, Office of Victim Services.

Legal Forms & Resources