Massachusetts § 35A - Registers; salaries
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 35A — Registers; salaries, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 35A. Registers; salaries
Section 35A. The salaries of the registers of the probate and family court department shall be 81.57 per cent of the salary of the chief justice of the department and shall be paid, subject to appropriation, by the commonwealth. The registers of probate shall devote their entire time during business hours to their respective duties and shall not directly or indirectly engage in the practices of law.
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 35A
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 35A cover?
Section 35A ("Registers; salaries") 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 § 35A?
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Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
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How does Massachusetts § 35A apply to my situation?
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