Massachusetts § 16 - Fees of master
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 16 — Fees of master, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 16. Fees of master
Section 16. The fee of the master for the hearing and decision shall be as prescribed in section twenty-three of chapter two hundred and sixty-two; and, if the bond is approved, such fee shall be taxed in the plaintiff's costs, if he prevails in the action.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 16
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 16 cover?
Section 16 ("Fees of master") 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 § 16?
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Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
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