Massachusetts § 41 - Rights of owner in distress proceedings
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 41 — Rights of owner in distress proceedings, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 41. Rights of owner in distress proceedings
Section 41. The defendant in an action for rescuing beasts distrained or impounded shall not be allowed to allege or give in evidence the insufficiency of the fences or any other fact or circumstance to show that the distress or impounding was illegal, but if there is such ground of objections to the proceedings he may avail himself thereof in an action of replevin.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 41
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 41 cover?
Section 41 ("Rights of owner in distress proceedings") 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 § 41?
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Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
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How does Massachusetts § 41 apply to my situation?
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