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Cal. Civ. Code § 70-27-209

Treble Rent Exclusive Of Interest

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Verified 10/22/2026 · Next check 11/21/2026
effective 10/22/2026MontanaEviction & Just Cause

Operative Text

Cal. Civ. Code § 70-27-209
The damages prescribed by 70-27-207 and 70-27-208 are exclusive of exemplary damages and interest.
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Plain English

Mont. Code Ann. § 70-27-209 clarifies that the damages available under the two preceding sections—§ 70-27-207 and § 70-27-208—stand on their own and do not include exemplary (punitive) damages or interest. In other words, when a court calculates the monetary remedy under those provisions, it applies only the damages those sections specify, without adding punitive awards or interest on top. This is a rule about how damages are measured and combined, not about whether a party wins or loses.

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For Property Managers

Under Mont. Code Ann. § 70-27-209, property owners and managers should understand that the damages framework in §§ 70-27-207 and 70-27-208 is self-contained—exemplary damages and interest are not layered onto whatever amount those sections prescribe. Compliant operators generally keep accurate records of rent payments and lease terms so that, if a damages calculation ever becomes relevant, the figures under those sections can be clearly established. Knowing the boundaries of the damages scheme helps operators assess their exposure under Montana's unlawful detainer statutes.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

Mont. Code Ann. § 70-27-209 defines the outer limits of the damages remedy available under §§ 70-27-207 and 70-27-208, specifying that exemplary damages and interest are excluded from those calculations. Tenants who believe they have a claim under those sections may want to understand exactly what monetary relief is available before deciding how to proceed. Tenant-rights organizations and legal aid offices familiar with Montana landlord-tenant law can help explain how this damages cap interacts with any broader claims a tenant might have.

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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References In

Rules and statutes that cite this regulation

Mont. Code Ann. § 70-27-103
Mont. Code Ann. § 70-27-111
Mont. Code Ann. § 70-27-205

Related Rules

§ 151.20
TEMPORARY EVICTION CONTROLS AND RENT REDUCTIONS FOR MOBILE HOMES DAMAGED IN THE JANUARY, 1994 EARTHQUAKE
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Definitions
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Eviction of tenants prohibited; exceptions

Source Information

Source:https://mca.legmt.gov/bills/mca/title_0700/chapter_0270/part_0020/section_0090/0700-0270-0020-0090.html
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