Massachusetts § 33 - Allowance to registers for assistance

Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 33 — Allowance to registers for assistance, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 33. Allowance to registers for assistance

Section 33. The registers for the several counties shall annually be allowed for assistance in their several counties, to be paid by the commonwealth, such sums as shall annually be appropriated by the general court. All employees in the various registries of probate shall be subject to the provisions of sections forty-five to fifty, inclusive, of chapter thirty.

Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 33

What does Massachusetts General Laws § 33 cover?

Section 33 ("Allowance to registers for assistance") 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 § 33?

A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 33" (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?

No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Massachusetts official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Massachusetts attorney.

How does Massachusetts § 33 apply to my situation?

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