Massachusetts § 164 - Enforcement of orders, rules and regulations
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 164 — Enforcement of orders, rules and regulations, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 164. Enforcement of orders, rules and regulations
Section 164. The supreme judicial or superior court, upon the application of the department or of any party interested, may enforce the orders, rules and regulations of said department, and restrain the use or occupation of the premises or such portion thereof as said department may specify on which the material is deposited or kept, or such other cause of pollution exists, until the orders, rules and regulations of the department have been complied with.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 164
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 164 cover?
Section 164 ("Enforcement of orders, rules and regulations") 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 § 164?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 164" (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 § 164 apply to my situation?
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