Massachusetts § 23 - Petition of persons holding different interests in same property
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 23 — Petition of persons holding different interests in same property, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 23. Petition of persons holding different interests in same property
Section 23. If joint tenants, or tenants in common, or other persons having joint or several estates or interests in a single piece of property sustain damages in such property which are recoverable under this chapter, they may join in any petition to recover the damages thereby incurred, or any one or more of them may petition for his or their damages, subject to sections twenty-four to thirty-three, inclusive.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 23
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 23 cover?
Section 23 ("Petition of persons holding different interests in same property") 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 § 23?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 23" (Massachusetts). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
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How does Massachusetts § 23 apply to my situation?
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