Massachusetts § 144 - Discharge of prisoner committed for non-payment of fine
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 144 — Discharge of prisoner committed for non-payment of fine, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 144. Discharge of prisoner committed for non-payment of fine
Section 144. A prisoner confined in a prison or place of confinement for non-payment of a fine or a fine and expenses shall be given a credit of $90 on such fine or fine and expenses for each day during which he shall be so confined, and shall be discharged at such time as the said credits, or such credits as have been given and money paid in addition thereto, shall equal the amount of the fine or the fine and expenses; and in such case no further action shall be taken to enforce payment of said fine or fine and expenses.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 144
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 144 cover?
Section 144 ("Discharge of prisoner committed for non-payment of fine") 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 § 144?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 144" (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 § 144 apply to my situation?
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