Massachusetts § 18 - Money forfeited or recovered upon recognizance or deposit used for support
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 18 — Money forfeited or recovered upon recognizance or deposit used for support, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 18. Money forfeited or recovered upon recognizance or deposit used for support
Section 18. If money is forfeited or recovered upon a recognizance or deposit in lieu thereof given in proceedings under sections fifteen to eighteen, inclusive, or any of them, the court in which such proceedings are pending may order such money paid to the probation officer and expended by him, under the direction of the court, for the support of the child.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 18
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 18 cover?
Section 18 ("Money forfeited or recovered upon recognizance or deposit used for support") 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 § 18?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 18" (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 § 18 apply to my situation?
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