Massachusetts § 65C - Patients' funds; deposit

Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 65C — Patients' funds; deposit, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 65C. Patients' funds; deposit

Section 65C. The superintendent of any institution under the supervision and control of the department may deposit in any bank or trust company within the commonwealth or on paid-up shares and accounts of and in co-operative banks, funds belonging to individual patients and funds deposited by their relatives or friends to be used for their benefit, or may use said funds to purchase share accounts of a federal savings and loan association located in the commonwealth, in an account entitled ''Patients' Funds'', or the superintendent may, whenever he deems it desirable, deposit such funds in such banks in separate accounts as trustee or use said funds to purchase share accounts of a federal savings and loan association located in the commonwealth, as trustee, in each instance, for the patient.

Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 65C

What does Massachusetts General Laws § 65C cover?

Section 65C ("Patients' funds; deposit") 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 § 65C?

A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 65C" (Massachusetts). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.

Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?

No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Massachusetts official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Massachusetts attorney.

How does Massachusetts § 65C apply to my situation?

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