Massachusetts § 14 - Removal of trustees
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 14 — Removal of trustees, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 14. Removal of trustees
Section 14. The probate court for the county where a town is situated, to which funds have been so given or bequeathed, may, upon the petition of five persons, cite all parties interested to appear before it to answer all complaints which may then and there be made; and if a trustee neglects or refuses to render such annual exhibit, or is incapable of discharging the trust reposed in him, or unsuitable to manage the affairs of the same, the court may remove him and fill the vacancy.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 14
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 14 cover?
Section 14 ("Removal of trustees") 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 § 14?
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