Massachusetts § 113 - Appeal; hearing; department's powers
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 113 — Appeal; hearing; department's powers, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 113. Appeal; hearing; department's powers
Section 113. The department shall hear the appeal in the county where it is taken, unless the parties in writing otherwise agree. Upon such appeal, the department shall have the same powers and perform the same duties as county commissioners in like matters and proceedings, and shall be governed by the provisions of law relative to hearings and determinations by, and decisions and orders of, the county commissioners in such matters and proceedings.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 113
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 113 cover?
Section 113 ("Appeal; hearing; department's powers") 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.
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