Massachusetts § 3 - Treasurer's bond; deposit with state secretary; actions thereon

Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 3 — Treasurer's bond; deposit with state secretary; actions thereon, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 3. Treasurer's bond; deposit with state secretary; actions thereon

Section 3. The bond shall be deposited in the office of the state secretary; and upon the order of the governor, with the advice and consent of the council, or upon the order of the general court, the attorney general or any other person by them authorized therefor shall commence an action thereon and prosecute it to final judgment, execution and satisfaction.

Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 3

What does Massachusetts General Laws § 3 cover?

Section 3 ("Treasurer's bond; deposit with state secretary; actions thereon") is part of the Massachusetts General Laws, the codified statutory law of Massachusetts. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

How do I cite Massachusetts § 3?

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Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?

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