Massachusetts § 10 - Remedy of person ordered to remove a dangerous structure or make it safe
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 10 — Remedy of person ordered to remove a dangerous structure or make it safe, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 10. Remedy of person ordered to remove a dangerous structure or make it safe
Section 10. An owner, lessee or mortgagee in possession aggrieved by such order may have the remedy prescribed by section two of chapter one hundred and thirty-nine; provided, that no provision of said section two shall be construed so as to hinder, delay or prevent the local inspector acting and proceeding under section nine; and provided, further, that this section shall not prevent the city or town from recovering the forfeiture provided in said section nine from the date of the service of the original notice, unless the order is annulled by the jury.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 10
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 10 cover?
Section 10 ("Remedy of person ordered to remove a dangerous structure or make it safe") 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 § 10?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 10" (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Massachusetts official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Massachusetts attorney.
How does Massachusetts § 10 apply to my situation?
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