17-8-413. Settlement by government attorney. A government attorney may settle the case with a defendant notwithstanding the objections of the persons who initiated the action if the court determines, after a hearing, that the settlement is fair, adequate, and reasonable under the circumstances. Upon a showing of good cause, the hearing may be held in camera.
History: En. Sec. 10, Ch. 64, L. 2009.
Structure Montana Code Annotated
Chapter 8. Disbursement and Expenditure
17-8-403. False claims -- procedures -- penalties
17-8-404. Limitation of actions
17-8-405. Investigation and civil action by government attorney
17-8-406. Complaint by person -- civil action
17-8-407. Dismissal of civil action
17-8-409. Burden of proof -- effect of criminal conviction
17-8-410. Distribution of damages and civil penalty
17-8-411. Costs and attorney fees
17-8-412. Retaliatory actions prohibited -- remedies
17-8-413. Settlement by government attorney