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mootness doctrine in Montana

26 Montana opinions name it 1 courts 1996–2022 4 in the last five years

The cases below were cited by Montana courts in a sentence that names this issue. Sides come from how each citing opinion treated the case (Syfertize flag on that citation), so a case can appear on both: that is where the law is contested. A red or yellow chip is the case's own overall treatment.

Followed or applied (16)

CaseFollowedCited
Common Cause v. Statutory Committee to Nominate Candidates for Commissioner of Political Practicesgreen
mont · 1994 · cited in 5 Montana opinions naming this issue, 1999–2006
2 sentences

2006As the District Court aptly stated in its order granting a stay of proceedings pending the first appeal in this matter, “[o]nce the bell is rung, it cannot be un-rung.” A decision by this Court in the Teachers’ favor would not-indeed, could not-grant them effective relief. ¶14 Implicitly conceding that the issue is moot, the Teachers rely on Common Cause v. Statutory Committee, 263 Mont. 324 , 868 P.2d 604 (1994), in arguing that we should address the merits of this issue under the exception to the mootness doctrine for constitutional questions which are capable of recurring but which could ev

2006As the District Court aptly stated in its order granting a stay of proceedings pending the first appeal in this matter, “[o]nce the bell is rung, it cannot be un-rung.” A decision by this Court in the Teachers’ favor would not-indeed, could not-grant them effective relief. ¶14 Implicitly conceding that the issue is moot, the Teachers rely on Common Cause v. Statutory Committee, 263 Mont. 324 , 868 P.2d 604 (1994), in arguing that we should address the merits of this issue under the exception to the mootness doctrine for constitutional questions which are capable of recurring but which could ev

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Grabow v. MONTANA HIGH SCHOOL ASS'N.green
mont · 2000 · cited in 2 Montana opinions naming this issue, 2003–2006
2 sentences

2006Grabow v. Montana High School Ass’n, 2000 MT 159, ¶ 15 , 300 Mont. 227, ¶ 15 , 3 P.3d 650, ¶ 15 (citing Common Cause, 263 Mont. at 328 , 868 P.2d at 606-07 ).

2006Grabow v. Montana High School Ass’n, 2000 MT 159, ¶ 15 , 300 Mont. 227, ¶ 15 , 3 P.3d 650, ¶ 15 (citing Common Cause, 263 Mont. at 328 , 868 P.2d at 606-07 ).

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Turner v. Mountain Engineering and Const., Inc.green
mont · 1996 · cited in 5 Montana opinions naming this issue, 1998–2012
2 sentences

2012Consequently, while a party is not required to seek a stay of execution, “a party choosing not to seek such a stay runs the risk of having his appeal become moot.” Kennedy , ¶ 34 (emphasis added); see also Turner, 276 Mont. at 60 , 915 P.2d at 803 (“A party may not claim an exception to the mootness doctrine where the case has become moot through that party’s own failure to seek a stay of the judgment.’!). *412 ¶46 With regard to the present case, the Restatement explains that while it is often possible to postpone compliance with an adverse judgment-by a bonding procedure or otherwise-pending

2011However, the District Court, relying on Turner, observed in its September 29 order that “[a] party may not claim an exception to the mootness doctrine where the case has become moot through that party’s own failure to seek a stay of judgment.” Turner, 276 Mont, at 60 , 915 P.2d at 802 . ¶23 Turner, however, does not apply to the case before us.

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Turner v. Mountain Engineering & Construction, Inc.green
mont · 1996 · cited in 5 Montana opinions naming this issue, 1998–2012
2 sentences

2012Consequently, while a party is not required to seek a stay of execution, “a party choosing not to seek such a stay runs the risk of having his appeal become moot.” Kennedy , ¶ 34 (emphasis added); see also Turner, 276 Mont. at 60 , 915 P.2d at 803 (“A party may not claim an exception to the mootness doctrine where the case has become moot through that party’s own failure to seek a stay of the judgment.’!). *412 ¶46 With regard to the present case, the Restatement explains that while it is often possible to postpone compliance with an adverse judgment-by a bonding procedure or otherwise-pending

2011However, the District Court, relying on Turner, observed in its September 29 order that “[a] party may not claim an exception to the mootness doctrine where the case has become moot through that party’s own failure to seek a stay of judgment.” Turner, 276 Mont, at 60 , 915 P.2d at 802 . ¶23 Turner, however, does not apply to the case before us.

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Gates v. Deukmejiangreen
ca9 · 1993 · cited in 4 Montana opinions naming this issue, 1996–2010
2 sentences

2010Briefly, it is well settled in our mootness jurisprudence that “[a] party may not claim an exception to the mootness doctrine where the case has become moot through that party’s own failure to seek a stay of the judgment.” Turner, 276 Mont. at 60 , 915 P.2d at 803 (citing Gates v. Deukmejian, 987 F.2d 1392, 1408 (9th Cir. 1993)); Billings High, ¶¶ 14-18 (citations omitted).

2010“Thus, where a party has failed to obtain-or at least attempt to obtain-a stay of proceedings pending appellate review, that party may not take advantage of the ‘capable of repetition, yet evading review’ exception to the mootness doctrine.” Billings High, ¶ 18 (citing Gates, 987 F.2d at 1409 ). ¶104 3.

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Ridley v. Guaranty National Insurancegreen
mont · 1997 · cited in 1 Montana opinions naming this issue, 2021–2021
1 sentence

2021He contends that The Hartford has not met its “heavy burden” to avoid application of the exception because its conduct would allow insurers to “avoid adjudication of this important issue indefinitely by ‘playing chicken’ with injured 3 The court’s stated rationale overlooked the fact that Wilkie sought declaratory relief, which he is allowed “whether or not further relief is or could be claimed.” Section 27-8-201, MCA; see also Ridley, 286 Mont. at 330–31, 951 P.2d at 990 .

11
White v. Leegreen
ca9 · 2000 · cited in 1 Montana opinions naming this issue, 2021–2021
1 sentence

2021See Smith v. Univ. of Wash. Law Sch., 233 F.3d 1188, 1194 (9th Cir. 2000) (quoting White v. Lee, 227 F.3d 1214, 1243 (9th Cir. 2000)) (noting that “the voluntariness of the cessation is a factor” in determining mootness, and that the claim in White was moot “because it was clear that the agency’s voluntary change in position was ‘a permanent change’ in the way it did business and was not ‘a temporary policy that the agency will refute once this litigation has concluded’”). ¶19 The District Court thus erred by falling to apply the voluntary cessation exception to the mootness doctrine and dismi

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cluster 771312green
ca9 · 2000 · cited in 1 Montana opinions naming this issue, 2021–2021
1 sentence

2021See Smith v. Univ. of Wash. Law Sch., 233 F.3d 1188, 1194 (9th Cir. 2000) (quoting White v. Lee, 227 F.3d 1214, 1243 (9th Cir. 2000)) (noting that “the voluntariness of the cessation is a factor” in determining mootness, and that the claim in White was moot “because it was clear that the agency’s voluntary change in position was ‘a permanent change’ in the way it did business and was not ‘a temporary policy that the agency will refute once this litigation has concluded’”). ¶19 The District Court thus erred by falling to apply the voluntary cessation exception to the mootness doctrine and dismi

11
Ridley v. Guaranty Nat. Ins. Co.green
mont · 1998 · cited in 1 Montana opinions naming this issue, 2021–2021
1 sentence

2021He contends that The Hartford has not met its “heavy burden” to avoid application of the exception because its conduct would allow insurers to “avoid adjudication of this important issue indefinitely by ‘playing chicken’ with injured 3 The court’s stated rationale overlooked the fact that Wilkie sought declaratory relief, which he is allowed “whether or not further relief is or could be claimed.” Section 27-8-201, MCA; see also Ridley, 286 Mont. at 330–31, 951 P.2d at 990 .

11
Lunn v. Commonwealthgreen
mass · 2017 · cited in 1 Montana opinions naming this issue, 2020–2020
2 sentences

2020Galarza v. Szalczyk, 745 F.3d 634, 643-44 (3d Cir. 2014) (citing New York v. United States, 505 U.S. 144 , 112 S. Ct. 2408 (1992) and Printz v. United States, 521 U.S. 898 , 117 S. Ct. 2365 (1997)); see also Lunn, 477 Mass. at 526-27 , 78 N.E.3d at 1152 . ¶18 In resolving this case, we first determine whether the public interest exception to the mootness doctrine applies.

2020Galarza v. Szalczyk, 745 F.3d 634, 643-44 (3d Cir. 2014) (citing New York v. United States, 505 U.S. 144 , 112 S. Ct. 2408 (1992) and Printz v. United States, 521 U.S. 898 , 117 S. Ct. 2365 (1997)); see also Lunn, 477 Mass. at 526-27 , 78 N.E.3d at 1152 . ¶18 In resolving this case, we first determine whether the public interest exception to the mootness doctrine applies.

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Matter of CHgreen
mont · 1984 · cited in 1 Montana opinions naming this issue, 2020–2020
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Ernesto Galarza v. Mark Szalczykgreen
ca3 · 2014 · cited in 1 Montana opinions naming this issue, 2020–2020
1 sentence

2020Galarza v. Szalczyk, 745 F.3d 634, 643-44 (3d Cir. 2014) (citing New York v. United States, 505 U.S. 144 , 112 S. Ct. 2408 (1992) and Printz v. United States, 521 U.S. 898 , 117 S. Ct. 2365 (1997)); see also Lunn, 477 Mass. at 526-27 , 78 N.E.3d at 1152 . ¶18 In resolving this case, we first determine whether the public interest exception to the mootness doctrine applies.

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Strong v. Laubachgreen
ca10 · 2006 · cited in 1 Montana opinions naming this issue, 2012–2012
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Flast v. Cohengreen
scotus · 1968 · cited in 1 Montana opinions naming this issue, 2010–2010
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In Re the Mental Health of K.G.F.green
mont · 2001 · cited in 1 Montana opinions naming this issue, 2003–2003
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Van Troba v. Montana State Universitygreen
mont · 1998 · cited in 1 Montana opinions naming this issue, 2000–2000
11

Distinguished, questioned or overruled (0)

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Also cited on this issue (33)

CaseCitedYears
In re J.S.W. green
mont · 2013
2 sentences

2017D.L.B. contrarily asserts that his challenge of the statutory sufficiency of the order falls “under the ‘capable of repetition, yet evading review’ exception to the mootness doctrine.” See, e.g., In re J.S.W., 2013 MT 34, ¶ 11 , 369 Mont. 12 , 303 P.3d 741 .

2017D.L.B. contrarily asserts that his challenge of the statutory sufficiency of the order falls “under the ‘capable of repetition, yet evading review’ exception to the mootness doctrine.” See, e.g., In re J.S.W., 2013 MT 34, ¶ 11 , 369 Mont. 12 , 303 P.3d 741 .

42015–2017
Matter of J.S.W. neutral
mont · 2013
2 sentences

2017D.L.B. contrarily asserts that his challenge of the statutory sufficiency of the order falls “under the ‘capable of repetition, yet evading review’ exception to the mootness doctrine.” See, e.g., In re J.S.W., 2013 MT 34, ¶ 11 , 369 Mont. 12 , 303 P.3d 741 .

2017D.L.B. contrarily asserts that his challenge of the statutory sufficiency of the order falls “under the ‘capable of repetition, yet evading review’ exception to the mootness doctrine.” See, e.g., In re J.S.W., 2013 MT 34, ¶ 11 , 369 Mont. 12 , 303 P.3d 741 .

42015–2017
In re D.K.D. neutral
mont · 2011
2 sentences

2015The matter therefore falls within an exception to the mootness doctrine for issues that are “‘capable of repetition, yet evading review.’” In re J.S.W., 2013 MT 34, ¶ 11 , 369 Mont. 12 , 303 P.3d 741 (quoting In re D.K.D., 2011 MT 74, ¶ 14 , 360 Mont. 76 , 250 P.3d 856 ). ¶12 Whether the failure of the professional person to file a statutorily-required written report in M.K.S.’s civil commitment proceeding was plain error. ¶13 Although we generally will not review issues raised for the first time on appeal, State v. Longfellow, 2008 MT 343, ¶ 19 , 346 Mont. 286 , 194 P.3d 694 , we have determi

2015The matter therefore falls within an exception to the mootness doctrine for issues that are “ ‘capable of repetition, yet evading review.’ ” In re J.S.W., 2013 MT 34, ¶ 11 , 369 Mont. 12 , 303 P.3d 741 (quoting In re D.K.D., 2011 MT 74, ¶ 14 , 360 Mont. 76 , 250 P.3d 856 ). ¶12 Whether the failure of the professional person to file a statutorily-required written report in M.K.8.’s civil commitment proceeding was plain error. ¶13 Although we generally will not review issues raised for the first time on appeal, State v. Longfellow, 2008 MT 343, ¶ 19 , 346 Mont. 286 , 194 P.3d 694 , we have deter

42013–2015
In Re DKD neutral
mont · 2011
2 sentences

2015The matter therefore falls within an exception to the mootness doctrine for issues that are “ ‘capable of repetition, yet evading review.’ ” In re J.S.W., 2013 MT 34, ¶ 11 , 369 Mont. 12 , 303 P.3d 741 (quoting In re D.K.D., 2011 MT 74, ¶ 14 , 360 Mont. 76 , 250 P.3d 856 ). ¶12 Whether the failure of the professional person to file a statutorily-required written report in M.K.8.’s civil commitment proceeding was plain error. ¶13 Although we generally will not review issues raised for the first time on appeal, State v. Longfellow, 2008 MT 343, ¶ 19 , 346 Mont. 286 , 194 P.3d 694 , we have deter

2015The matter therefore falls within an exception to the mootness doctrine for issues that are “ ‘capable of repetition, yet evading review.’ ” In re J.S.W., 2013 MT 34, ¶ 11 , 369 Mont. 12 , 303 P.3d 741 (quoting In re D.K.D., 2011 MT 74, ¶ 14 , 360 Mont. 76 , 250 P.3d 856 ). ¶12 Whether the failure of the professional person to file a statutorily-required written report in M.K.8.’s civil commitment proceeding was plain error. ¶13 Although we generally will not review issues raised for the first time on appeal, State v. Longfellow, 2008 MT 343, ¶ 19 , 346 Mont. 286 , 194 P.3d 694 , we have deter

42013–2015
In re N.B. green
mont · 1980
2 sentences

2013Discussion ¶11 As a preliminary matter, we note here, as we have done in numerous other cases, that an appeal from an order of involuntary commitment is not moot even if the individual has been released, since the issues raised would fall “under the ‘capable of repetition, yet evading review’ exception to the mootness doctrine.” In re D.K.D., 2011 MT 74, ¶ 14 , 360 Mont. 76 , 250 P.3d 856 (citing In re D.M.S., 2009 MT 41, ¶ 10 , 349 Mont. 257 , 203 P.3d 776 ; In re Mental Health of D.V., 2007 MT 351, ¶¶ 30-32 , 340 Mont. 319 , 174 P.3d 503 ; Matter of N.B., 190 Mont. 319 , 322-23, 620 P.2d 122

2013DISCUSSION ¶11 As a preliminary matter, we note here, as we have done in numerous other cases, that an appeal from an order of involuntary commitment is not moot even if the individual has been released, since the issues raised would fall “under the ‘capable of repetition, yet evading review’ exception to the mootness doctrine.” In re D.K.D. , 2011 MT 74, ¶ 14 , 360 Mont. 76 , 250 P.3d 856 (citing In re D.M.S., 2009 MT 41, ¶ 10 , 349 Mont. 257 , 203 P.3d 776 ; In re Mental Health of D.V., 2007 MT 351, ¶¶ 30-32 , 340 Mont. 319 , 174 P.3d 503 ; Matter of N.B., 190 Mont. 319 , 322-23, 620 P.2d 12

32003–2013
Matter of NB green
mont · 1980
2 sentences

2013Discussion ¶11 As a preliminary matter, we note here, as we have done in numerous other cases, that an appeal from an order of involuntary commitment is not moot even if the individual has been released, since the issues raised would fall “under the ‘capable of repetition, yet evading review’ exception to the mootness doctrine.” In re D.K.D., 2011 MT 74, ¶ 14 , 360 Mont. 76 , 250 P.3d 856 (citing In re D.M.S., 2009 MT 41, ¶ 10 , 349 Mont. 257 , 203 P.3d 776 ; In re Mental Health of D.V., 2007 MT 351, ¶¶ 30-32 , 340 Mont. 319 , 174 P.3d 503 ; Matter of N.B., 190 Mont. 319 , 322-23, 620 P.2d 122

2013DISCUSSION ¶11 As a preliminary matter, we note here, as we have done in numerous other cases, that an appeal from an order of involuntary commitment is not moot even if the individual has been released, since the issues raised would fall “under the ‘capable of repetition, yet evading review’ exception to the mootness doctrine.” In re D.K.D. , 2011 MT 74, ¶ 14 , 360 Mont. 76 , 250 P.3d 856 (citing In re D.M.S., 2009 MT 41, ¶ 10 , 349 Mont. 257 , 203 P.3d 776 ; In re Mental Health of D.V., 2007 MT 351, ¶¶ 30-32 , 340 Mont. 319 , 174 P.3d 503 ; Matter of N.B., 190 Mont. 319 , 322-23, 620 P.2d 12

32003–2013
Gateway Opencut Mining Action Group v. Board of County Commissioners green
mont · 2011
2 sentences

2020Comm'rs, 2011 MT 198, ¶ 16 , 361 Mont. 398 , 260 P.3d 133 (citation omitted). ¶21 While an issue may be moot, we recognize several exceptions to the mootness doctrine, including the public interest exception.

2020Comm'rs, 2011 MT 198, ¶ 16 , 361 Mont. 398 , 260 P.3d 133 (citation omitted). ¶21 While an issue may be moot, we recognize several exceptions to the mootness doctrine, including the public interest exception.

22020–2022
Walker v. State green
mont · 2003
2 sentences

2021Havre Daily News, LLC, ¶ 32 (quoting Walker v. State, 2003 MT 134, ¶ 41 , 316 Mont. 103 , 68 P.3d 872 ).

2021Havre Daily News, LLC, ¶ 32 (quoting Walker v. State, 2003 MT 134, ¶ 41 , 316 Mont. 103 , 68 P.3d 872 ).

22020–2021
Havre Daily News, LLC v. City of Havre green
mont · 2006
2 sentences

2021The mootness doctrine does, however, contain several exceptions, including “public interest,” “voluntary cessation,” and “capable of repetition, but evading review.” Havre Daily News, LLC v. City of Havre, 2006 MT 215, ¶ 32-33 , 333 Mont. 331 , 142 P.3d 864 .

2021The mootness doctrine does, however, contain several exceptions, including “public interest,” “voluntary cessation,” and “capable of repetition, but evading review.” Havre Daily News, LLC v. City of Havre, 2006 MT 215, ¶ 32-33 , 333 Mont. 331 , 142 P.3d 864 .

22006–2021
Progressive Direct Insurance v. Stuivenga green
mont · 2012
2 sentences

2017Co. v. Stuivenga, 2012 MT 75, ¶ 37 , 364 Mont. 390 , 276 P.3d 867 . [T]he fact that property has changed hands and third-party interests are involved does not necessarily, in and of itself, render an appeal moot.

2017Co. v. Stuivenga, 2012 MT 75, ¶ 37 , 364 Mont. 390 , 276 P.3d 867 . [T]he fact that property has changed hands and third-party interests are involved does not necessarily, in and of itself, render an appeal moot.

22012–2017
State v. Longfellow green
mont · 2008
2 sentences

2015The matter therefore falls within an exception to the mootness doctrine for issues that are “ ‘capable of repetition, yet evading review.’ ” In re J.S.W., 2013 MT 34, ¶ 11 , 369 Mont. 12 , 303 P.3d 741 (quoting In re D.K.D., 2011 MT 74, ¶ 14 , 360 Mont. 76 , 250 P.3d 856 ). ¶12 Whether the failure of the professional person to file a statutorily-required written report in M.K.8.’s civil commitment proceeding was plain error. ¶13 Although we generally will not review issues raised for the first time on appeal, State v. Longfellow, 2008 MT 343, ¶ 19 , 346 Mont. 286 , 194 P.3d 694 , we have deter

2015The matter therefore falls within an exception to the mootness doctrine for issues that are “ ‘capable of repetition, yet evading review.’ ” In re J.S.W., 2013 MT 34, ¶ 11 , 369 Mont. 12 , 303 P.3d 741 (quoting In re D.K.D., 2011 MT 74, ¶ 14 , 360 Mont. 76 , 250 P.3d 856 ). ¶12 Whether the failure of the professional person to file a statutorily-required written report in M.K.8.’s civil commitment proceeding was plain error. ¶13 Although we generally will not review issues raised for the first time on appeal, State v. Longfellow, 2008 MT 343, ¶ 19 , 346 Mont. 286 , 194 P.3d 694 , we have deter

22015–2015
State v. Gunderson green
mont · 2010
2 sentences

2015State v. Gunderson, 2010 MT 166, ¶ 99 , 357 Mont. 142 , 237 P.3d 74 .

2015State v. Gunderson, 2010 MT 166, ¶ 99 , 357 Mont. 142 , 237 P.3d 74 .

22015–2015
In re D.M.S. green
mont · 2009
2 sentences

2013DISCUSSION ¶11 As a preliminary matter, we note here, as we have done in numerous other cases, that an appeal from an order of involuntary commitment is not moot even if the individual has been released, since the issues raised would fall “under the ‘capable of repetition, yet evading review’ exception to the mootness doctrine.” In re D.K.D. , 2011 MT 74, ¶ 14 , 360 Mont. 76 , 250 P.3d 856 (citing In re D.M.S., 2009 MT 41, ¶ 10 , 349 Mont. 257 , 203 P.3d 776 ; In re Mental Health of D.V., 2007 MT 351, ¶¶ 30-32 , 340 Mont. 319 , 174 P.3d 503 ; Matter of N.B., 190 Mont. 319 , 322-23, 620 P.2d 12

2013DISCUSSION ¶11 As a preliminary matter, we note here, as we have done in numerous other cases, that an appeal from an order of involuntary commitment is not moot even if the individual has been released, since the issues raised would fall “under the ‘capable of repetition, yet evading review’ exception to the mootness doctrine.” In re D.K.D. , 2011 MT 74, ¶ 14 , 360 Mont. 76 , 250 P.3d 856 (citing In re D.M.S., 2009 MT 41, ¶ 10 , 349 Mont. 257 , 203 P.3d 776 ; In re Mental Health of D.V., 2007 MT 351, ¶¶ 30-32 , 340 Mont. 319 , 174 P.3d 503 ; Matter of N.B., 190 Mont. 319 , 322-23, 620 P.2d 12

22013–2013
In Re the Mental Health of D.V. green
mont · 2007
2 sentences

2013DISCUSSION ¶11 As a preliminary matter, we note here, as we have done in numerous other cases, that an appeal from an order of involuntary commitment is not moot even if the individual has been released, since the issues raised would fall “under the ‘capable of repetition, yet evading review’ exception to the mootness doctrine.” In re D.K.D. , 2011 MT 74, ¶ 14 , 360 Mont. 76 , 250 P.3d 856 (citing In re D.M.S., 2009 MT 41, ¶ 10 , 349 Mont. 257 , 203 P.3d 776 ; In re Mental Health of D.V., 2007 MT 351, ¶¶ 30-32 , 340 Mont. 319 , 174 P.3d 503 ; Matter of N.B., 190 Mont. 319 , 322-23, 620 P.2d 12

2013DISCUSSION ¶11 As a preliminary matter, we note here, as we have done in numerous other cases, that an appeal from an order of involuntary commitment is not moot even if the individual has been released, since the issues raised would fall “under the ‘capable of repetition, yet evading review’ exception to the mootness doctrine.” In re D.K.D. , 2011 MT 74, ¶ 14 , 360 Mont. 76 , 250 P.3d 856 (citing In re D.M.S., 2009 MT 41, ¶ 10 , 349 Mont. 257 , 203 P.3d 776 ; In re Mental Health of D.V., 2007 MT 351, ¶¶ 30-32 , 340 Mont. 319 , 174 P.3d 503 ; Matter of N.B., 190 Mont. 319 , 322-23, 620 P.2d 12

22013–2013
In the Matter of DMS green
mont · 2009
2 sentences

2013Discussion ¶11 As a preliminary matter, we note here, as we have done in numerous other cases, that an appeal from an order of involuntary commitment is not moot even if the individual has been released, since the issues raised would fall “under the ‘capable of repetition, yet evading review’ exception to the mootness doctrine.” In re D.K.D., 2011 MT 74, ¶ 14 , 360 Mont. 76 , 250 P.3d 856 (citing In re D.M.S., 2009 MT 41, ¶ 10 , 349 Mont. 257 , 203 P.3d 776 ; In re Mental Health of D.V., 2007 MT 351, ¶¶ 30-32 , 340 Mont. 319 , 174 P.3d 503 ; Matter of N.B., 190 Mont. 319 , 322-23, 620 P.2d 122

2013DISCUSSION ¶11 As a preliminary matter, we note here, as we have done in numerous other cases, that an appeal from an order of involuntary commitment is not moot even if the individual has been released, since the issues raised would fall “under the ‘capable of repetition, yet evading review’ exception to the mootness doctrine.” In re D.K.D. , 2011 MT 74, ¶ 14 , 360 Mont. 76 , 250 P.3d 856 (citing In re D.M.S., 2009 MT 41, ¶ 10 , 349 Mont. 257 , 203 P.3d 776 ; In re Mental Health of D.V., 2007 MT 351, ¶¶ 30-32 , 340 Mont. 319 , 174 P.3d 503 ; Matter of N.B., 190 Mont. 319 , 322-23, 620 P.2d 12

22013–2013
Skinner Enterprises, Inc. v. Lewis & Clark City-County Health Department green
mont · 1999
2 sentences

2006Skinner v. Lewis and Clark, 1999 MT 106, ¶ 18 , 294 Mont. 310, ¶ 18 , 980 P.2d 1049, ¶ 18 . ¶15 We recently discussed and clarified application of the “capable of repetition, yet evading review” exception to the mootness doctrine in Havre Daily News v. City of Havre, 2006 MT 215 , 333 Mont. 331 , 142 P.3d 864 .

2006Skinner v. Lewis and Clark, 1999 MT 106, ¶ 18 , 294 Mont. 310, ¶ 18 , 980 P.2d 1049, ¶ 18 . ¶15 We recently discussed and clarified application of the “capable of repetition, yet evading review” exception to the mootness doctrine in Havre Daily News v. City of Havre, 2006 MT 215 , 333 Mont. 331 , 142 P.3d 864 .

22006–2011
Chapman v. Maxwell green
mont · 2014
2 sentences

2022It is quite possible that Judge Bolstad did not even see Polich’s petition until after Polich’s release.1 1 Regardless, Rule 2 provides a district court with discretion “to either deny or grant unsupported or unanswered motions.” Chapman v. Maxwell, 2014 MT 35, ¶ 10 , 374 Mont. 12 , 322 P.3d 1029 ; see MUDCR 2(c) (“Failure to file briefs may subject the motion to summary ruling.” (emphasis 3 ¶7 Alternatively, Polich argues the public interest exception to the mootness doctrine should apply.

2022It is quite possible that Judge Bolstad did not even see Polich’s petition until after Polich’s release.1 1 Regardless, Rule 2 provides a district court with discretion “to either deny or grant unsupported or unanswered motions.” Chapman v. Maxwell, 2014 MT 35, ¶ 10 , 374 Mont. 12 , 322 P.3d 1029 ; see MUDCR 2(c) (“Failure to file briefs may subject the motion to summary ruling.” (emphasis 3 ¶7 Alternatively, Polich argues the public interest exception to the mootness doctrine should apply.

12022–2022
In re C.H. green
mont · 1984
1 sentence

2020This Court denied Appellee’s motion and directed the parties to brief the merits of Ramon’s complaint and whether “an exception to the mootness doctrine” applied. 6 DISCUSSION ¶12 Under the Montana Constitution, “physical liberty is a fundamental right, without which other constitutionally guaranteed rights would have little meaning.” In re C.H., 210 Mont. 184, 201 , 683 P.2d 931, 940 (1984) (citing Mont.

12020–2020
Greater Missoula Area Federation of Early Childhood Educators & Related Personnel v. Child Start, Inc. green
mont · 2009
2 sentences

2020Greater Missoula Area Fedn. of Early Childhood Educators v. Child Start, Inc., 2009 MT 362, ¶ 22 , 353 Mont. 201 , 219 P.3d 881 .

2020Greater Missoula Area Fedn. of Early Childhood Educators v. Child Start, Inc., 2009 MT 362, ¶ 22 , 353 Mont. 201 , 219 P.3d 881 .

12020–2020
New York v. United States green
scotus · 1992
12020–2020
Printz v. United States green
scotus · 1997
12020–2020
Povsha v. City of Billings green
mont · 2007
12017–2017
Alexander v. Bozeman Motors, Inc. green
mont · 2012
12017–2017
Reichert v. STATE EX REL. McCULLOCH green
mont · 2012
12017–2017
Larson Lumber Co. v. Bilt Rite Construction & Landscaping LLC green
mont · 2014
12017–2017
MORAWICZ v. Hynes green
illappct · 2010
12011–2011
Friends of the Earth, Inc. v. Laidlaw Environmental Services (TOC), Inc. green
scotus · 2000
12006–2006
In re J.M. neutral
mont · 1985
12003–2003
Butte-Silver Bow Local Government v. Olsen green
mont · 1987
12003–2003
Matter of JM green
mont · 1985
12003–2003
Shamrock Motors, Inc. v. Ford Motor Co. green
mont · 1999
12003–2003
Shamrock Motors, Inc. v. Ford Motor Co. green
mont · 1999
12003–2003
Heisler v. Hines Motor Co. green
mont · 1997
11999–1999

Statutes the citing opinions construe

MT § Mont. Code Ann. § 53-21-115 (4) MT § Mont. Code Ann. § 53-21-122 (4) MT § Mont. Code Ann. § 1-2-101 (3)

Counted by distinct opinions that both name this issue and are annotated to the section; sections every opinion cites regardless of issue are not filtered here, so read the counts against the total above.

Where else courts name it

NY 1305 (1976–2026) IL 646 (1965–2026) TX 456 (1976–2026) PA 340 (1967–2026) OH 248 (1975–2026) CT 147 (1979–2026) CA 115 (1978–2026) HI 111 (1987–2026) MO 93 (1976–2025) TN 92 (1983–2026) AK 89 (1971–2025) ID 87 (1983–2026) AR 79 (1992–2026) IA 78 (1982–2025) KS 74 (1978–2025) ME 74 (1981–2025) VT 71 (1978–2025) CO 64 (1975–2026) UT 62 (1981–2026) NC 57 (1976–2025) KY 48 (1983–2026) WI 48 (1986–2026) IN 46 (1987–2026) MI 46 (1978–2026) NE 43 (1989–2026) SC 41 (1996–2024) MD 40 (1976–2025) NV 38 (1986–2025) MN 36 (1980–2025) WA 34 (1988–2026) GA 32 (1983–2025) WY 32 (1985–2025) RI 27 (2004–2025) DC 26 (1964–2024) OK 26 (1984–2026) MT 26 (1996–2022) NM 24 (1983–2025) OR 23 (1995–2021) AZ 22 (1971–2026) VA 21 (1988–2025) MS 21 (1994–2025) FL 21 (1983–2025) MA 20 (1984–2023) SD 18 (1978–2026) DE 16 (1988–2025) AL 15 (1984–2025) LA 14 (1998–2025) WV 12 (1984–2026) NH 9 (1977–2023) NJ 8 (1977–2024) VI 6 (2010–2024) ND 4 (2000–2006)

Opinions by the citing court's state. A doctrine retained in one state and abandoned in another shows up here as a year span that stalls.

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