Property Ownership
In Montana, a lis pendens recorded against a property gives notice that:
AThe property has been sold
BLitigation is pending that may affect title to the property✓ Correct
CThe property is in foreclosure
DA lien has been placed on the property
Explanation
A lis pendens ('litigation pending') is recorded to give constructive notice that a lawsuit has been filed that may affect title to the specific property. Subsequent purchasers and lenders take the property subject to the outcome of the litigation.
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