Massachusetts § 131W - Extreme risk protection orders; forms and instructions; regulations for administration and enforcement
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 131W — Extreme risk protection orders; forms and instructions; regulations for administration and enforcement, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 131W. Extreme risk protection orders; forms and instructions; regulations for administration and enforcement
Section 131W. The chief justice of the trial court, in consultation with the chief justice of the district court and the chief justice of the Boston municipal court, shall promulgate rules, regulations and policies and shall develop and prepare instructions, brochures, petitions, forms and other material required for the administration and enforcement of sections 131R to 131X, inclusive, which shall be in such form and language to permit a petitioner to prepare and file a petition pro se.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 131W
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 131W cover?
Section 131W ("Extreme risk protection orders; forms and instructions; regulations for administration and enforcement") 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 § 131W?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 131W" (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?
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How does Massachusetts § 131W apply to my situation?
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