Massachusetts § 114 - Forfeiture of claim
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 114 — Forfeiture of claim, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 114. Forfeiture of claim
Section 114. A claim of a town against the commonwealth for reasonable expenses incurred by the board of health in making the provision required by law for persons infected with a disease dangerous to the public health shall not be defeated by reason of the failure on the part of the board to give notice of such disease to the department under section one hundred and twelve, if such claim is otherwise a valid claim against the commonwealth.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 114
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 114 cover?
Section 114 ("Forfeiture of claim") 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 § 114?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 114" (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 § 114 apply to my situation?
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