Massachusetts § 6 - Property subject to accountings
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 6 — Property subject to accountings, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 6. Property subject to accountings
Section 6. An executor or administrator with respect to personal property including the proceeds from any sale or mortgage of real estate, or a guardian, conservator or trustee with respect to real and personal property, shall be chargeable in his account with all such property of the estate coming to him and which is by law to be administered, although not included in the inventory; and with all interest, profit and income coming to him from the property.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 6
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 6 cover?
Section 6 ("Property subject to accountings") 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 § 6?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 6" (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 § 6 apply to my situation?
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