Massachusetts § 129 - Removal or destruction of nuisance on conviction of owner
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 129 — Removal or destruction of nuisance on conviction of owner, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 129. Removal or destruction of nuisance on conviction of owner
Section 129. If a person is convicted on an indictment for a common nuisance injurious to the public health, the court may order the nuisance to be removed or destroyed at the expense of the defendant, under the direction of the board of health.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 129
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 129 cover?
Section 129 ("Removal or destruction of nuisance on conviction of owner") 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 § 129?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 129" (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 § 129 apply to my situation?
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