Massachusetts § 62A - Violations of chapter 209A; venue
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 62A — Violations of chapter 209A; venue, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 62A. Violations of chapter 209A; venue
Section 62A. Any criminal violation of chapter two hundred and nine A may be prosecuted and punished in the territorial jurisdiction in which the violation was committed or in which the original order under said chapter two hundred and nine A was issued.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 62A
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 62A cover?
Section 62A ("Violations of chapter 209A; venue") 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.
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