Massachusetts § 70B - Placing cases on file; statement of reasons
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 70B — Placing cases on file; statement of reasons, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 70B. Placing cases on file; statement of reasons
Section 70B. Except as otherwise provided by law, a criminal case shall not be placed on file, on motion of a district attorney or assistant district attorney, unless such motion is accompanied by a written statement of the reasons for such disposition, signed by the district attorney or assistant district attorney, which shall be filed with the pleadings, and also accompanied by a statement of any previous criminal record of the accused.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 70B
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 70B cover?
Section 70B ("Placing cases on file; statement of reasons") 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 § 70B?
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