Massachusetts § 104 - Pledge of property
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 104 — Pledge of property, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 104. Pledge of property
Section 104. If such appraised value or any part thereof is so paid, the defendant's share of the property shall thereby become pledged to the party to whom it was delivered, and he may sell it, if not redeemed, and shall account to the defendant for the remaining proceeds of the sale.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 104
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 104 cover?
Section 104 ("Pledge of property") 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 § 104?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 104" (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 § 104 apply to my situation?
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