Massachusetts § 103 - Use, care and return of military property
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 103 — Use, care and return of military property, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 103. Use, care and return of military property
Section 103. An officer or enlisted person shall be responsible for the proper care, safekeeping and return, when so directed, of all items of military property issued by the United States or the commonwealth. Service members shall use the items of military property for military purposes only and, upon being discharged, transferred or otherwise separated from military service or upon the demand of a commanding officer, shall immediately deliver the items to the commanding officer or any officer ordered to receive them in good order and condition, fair wear of the items excepted.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 103
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 103 cover?
Section 103 ("Use, care and return of military 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 § 103?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 103" (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 § 103 apply to my situation?
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