Massachusetts § 174A - Hearings, revocation or suspension of licenses; notices
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 174A — Hearings, revocation or suspension of licenses; notices, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 174A. Hearings, revocation or suspension of licenses; notices
Section 174A. Notices of hearings required by section 162R, one hundred and seventy-two, one hundred and seventy-three or one hundred and seventy-four or of the revocation or suspension of any license issued under any of said sections shall be deemed sufficient when sent postpaid by registered mail to the last business or residence address of the licensee appearing on the records of the commissioner. The affidavit of the commissioner or of any person authorized by him to send such notice that such notice has been sent in accordance with this section shall be prima facie evidence that such notice was duly given.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 174A
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 174A cover?
Section 174A ("Hearings, revocation or suspension of licenses; notices") 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 § 174A?
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Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
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