Massachusetts § 19 - Delivery of seisin to creditor; debtor's rights in remainder, etc.
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 19 — Delivery of seisin to creditor; debtor's rights in remainder, etc., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 19. Delivery of seisin to creditor; debtor's rights in remainder, etc.
Section 19. An officer serving an execution shall deliver to the creditor or to his attorney seisin and possession of the land taken thereon, so far as the nature of the estate and the title of the debtor will admit; but if the estate taken is a remainder, reversion or right of redemption, the officer shall not oust the person lawfully in possession of the land, but shall assign to the creditor the right which the debtor had therein, and make his return accordingly.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 19
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 19 cover?
Section 19 ("Delivery of seisin to creditor; debtor's rights in remainder, etc.") 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 § 19?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 19" (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 § 19 apply to my situation?
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