Massachusetts § 25 - Debtors of commonwealth; examination
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 25 — Debtors of commonwealth; examination, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 25. Debtors of commonwealth; examination
Section 25. If he represents to the jailer that he desires to be examined relative to his property and ability to pay, the jailer shall notify the proper court. The court shall thereupon appoint a time and place for the examination of the debtor and notify the district attorney for the district by a notice, which shall be served by giving to him personally, or by leaving at his usual place of abode, thirty days at least before the time appointed for the examination, an attested copy thereof.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 25
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 25 cover?
Section 25 ("Debtors of commonwealth; examination") 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 § 25?
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Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
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