Massachusetts § 9 - Right of entry before breach
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 9 — Right of entry before breach, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 9. Right of entry before breach
Section 9. This chapter shall not prevent a mortgagee or person claiming under him from entering on the land or from recovering possession thereof before breach of condition of the mortgage, if there is no agreement to the contrary; but if the debt is afterward paid or the mortgage redeemed, the amount of the clear rents and profits from the time of the entry shall be accounted for and deducted from the amount due on the mortgage.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 9
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 9 cover?
Section 9 ("Right of entry before breach") 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 § 9?
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Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
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How does Massachusetts § 9 apply to my situation?
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