Massachusetts § 3 - Judgment for or against executor or administrator of officer
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 3 — Judgment for or against executor or administrator of officer, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3. Judgment for or against executor or administrator of officer
Section 3. If judgment in such case is rendered for the executor or administrator of the officer, the property or money recovered shall be disposed of in the same manner as it ought to have been by the officer if he had recovered the same; but if judgment is rendered against such executor or administrator, the property shall be returned or delivered or the damages recovered shall be paid in full by him, if there is sufficient property therefor, although the estate of the deceased is insolvent.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 3
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 3 cover?
Section 3 ("Judgment for or against executor or administrator of officer") 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 § 3?
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Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
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How does Massachusetts § 3 apply to my situation?
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