Massachusetts § 112 - Proceedings perfecting appeal
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 112 — Proceedings perfecting appeal, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 112. Proceedings perfecting appeal
Section 112. The appellant, to perfect the appeal, shall, within twenty days after filing the notice thereof, file with the clerk of the department a petition stating the reasons for the appeal, and shall, within ten days after filing the petition, cause a certified copy thereof to be served upon the county commissioners. An appeal may be waived at any time before a hearing thereon by written agreement of the parties, filed with the county commissioners and the department. If the appellant fails to perfect the appeal, or if the appeal is waived, the matter may proceed before the county commissioners as if no appeal had been taken.
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 112
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 112 cover?
Section 112 ("Proceedings perfecting appeal") 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 § 112?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 112" (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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