Cal. Civ. Code § 70-27-207
Holdover Or Collusion After Notice -- Treble Rent
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If any tenant or any person in collusion with the tenant holds over any lands or tenements after demand made and 1 month's notice given in writing requiring the possession of the land or tenement, the person holding over shall pay to the landlord treble rent during the time the person continues in possession after the notice.
Montana Code § 70-27-207 addresses situations where a tenant—or someone acting in concert with a tenant—remains on a property after the landlord has formally demanded possession and provided one month's written notice to vacate. Under this rule, the person who continues to occupy the property beyond that notice period becomes liable for three times the normal rent for every period they remain in unlawful possession. The provision is designed to discourage deliberate holdovers and collusive arrangements that delay a landlord's recovery of their property.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Mont. Code Ann. § 70-27-207, landlords who wish to pursue treble rent against a holdover occupant generally ensure that both a formal demand for possession and a written one-month notice are properly documented and delivered before the holdover period begins. Operators typically keep clear records of the notice date, the method of delivery, and the regular rent amount, since the treble-rent calculation is anchored to the existing rental rate. Maintaining thorough documentation of any collusive arrangements—such as an unauthorized occupant remaining with the departing tenant's cooperation—can also be relevant when asserting rights under this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Mont. Code Ann. § 70-27-207 means that a tenant who remains in possession after receiving a proper written demand and one month's notice may owe the landlord three times the standard rent for each period of continued occupancy. Tenants in this situation may have grounds to contest whether the notice met statutory requirements—such as whether it was truly in writing and whether a formal demand was made—which can be raised as a defense in any court proceeding brought by the landlord. Consulting a tenant-rights organization or legal aid provider familiar with Montana landlord-tenant law can help a tenant understand what options may be available under this provision.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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