Massachusetts § 149 - Summons and warrant for violations of Sec. 148
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 149 — Summons and warrant for violations of Sec. 148, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 149. Summons and warrant for violations of Sec. 148
Section 149. A justice or clerk of a district court, or a trial justice, may upon the application of any employee issue a summons to an employer to appear and show cause why a warrant should not issue against him for a violation of section one hundred and forty-eight. Upon the return of such summons and after a hearing the justice may issue a warrant upon the complaint of any such employee.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 149
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 149 cover?
Section 149 ("Summons and warrant for violations of Sec. 148") 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 § 149?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 149" (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 § 149 apply to my situation?
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