Massachusetts § 43A - Uniform practices; forms; superintendence of record keeping
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 43A — Uniform practices; forms; superintendence of record keeping, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 43A. Uniform practices; forms; superintendence of record keeping
Section 43A. The chief justice shall be authorized to require uniform practices, to prescribe forms of blanks and records, and to superintend the keeping of records by clerks. He may authorize any justice or special justice to hold a session of any division at another division or elsewhere, in order to promote the speedy dispatch of the court's business.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 43A
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 43A cover?
Section 43A ("Uniform practices; forms; superintendence of record keeping") 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 § 43A?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 43A" (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 § 43A apply to my situation?
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