Massachusetts § 13A - Stenographers

Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 13A — Stenographers, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 13A. Stenographers

Section 13A. At the trial of any issue of fact in the land court department the first justice may appoint a stenographer, who shall be sworn and shall attend the trial or such part thereof as the first justice may direct, and perform like duties and receive the same compensation therefor as a stenographer appointed by the superior court who is not on salary; and the sums so payable for his attendance at court and for any transcript of his notes or part thereof furnished to the first justice by his direction shall be paid by the commonwealth, upon the certificate of the chief justice of the land court.

Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 13A

What does Massachusetts General Laws § 13A cover?

Section 13A ("Stenographers") 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.

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