Massachusetts § 13 - Stereotype and other plates; custody and disposition
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 13 — Stereotype and other plates; custody and disposition, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13. Stereotype and other plates; custody and disposition
Section 13. He shall, except as otherwise provided by section four of chapter sixty-four, have the custody of all stereotype, electrotype, steel and copper plates and woodcuts, owned by the commonwealth, and may dispose of them as in his judgment the best interests of the commonwealth require.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 13
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 13 cover?
Section 13 ("Stereotype and other plates; custody and disposition") 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 § 13?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 13" (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 § 13 apply to my situation?
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