Massachusetts § 83 - Certificate of compliance
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 83 — Certificate of compliance, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 83. Certificate of compliance
Section 83. No street railway or portion or extension thereof shall be opened for public use until the department, after an examination, certifies that all laws relative to its construction have been complied with, and that it appears to be in a safe condition for operation; but this section shall not compel the department to grant such certificate until the entire road included in the location of such railway, portion or extension has been completed.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 83
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 83 cover?
Section 83 ("Certificate of compliance") 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 § 83?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 83" (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 § 83 apply to my situation?
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