Massachusetts § 97 - Removal of patient from home where patient cannot be isolated
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 97 — Removal of patient from home where patient cannot be isolated, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 97. Removal of patient from home where patient cannot be isolated
Section 97. Sections ninety-five and ninety-six, so far as they confer authority for the removal of patients from their homes, shall apply only to persons residing in boarding houses or hotels, or to two or more families occupying the same dwelling, or in other cases where, in the opinion of the board, the patient cannot properly be isolated.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 97
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 97 cover?
Section 97 ("Removal of patient from home where patient cannot be isolated") 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 § 97?
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Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
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