Massachusetts § 163 - Annual report of agents for aiding discharged prisoners
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 163 — Annual report of agents for aiding discharged prisoners, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 163. Annual report of agents for aiding discharged prisoners
Section 163. The agents for aiding discharged prisoners shall annually, on or before December fifteenth, make full and detailed statements to the commissioner of their doings for the year ending on November thirtieth, which shall be included by the commissioner in his annual report.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 163
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 163 cover?
Section 163 ("Annual report of agents for aiding discharged prisoners") 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 § 163?
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Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
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How does Massachusetts § 163 apply to my situation?
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