Massachusetts § 2B - Investigation of unfair practices
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 2B — Investigation of unfair practices, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2B. Investigation of unfair practices
Section 2B. The commissioner shall have the power to examine and investigate into the affairs of every bank engaged in consumer transactions in this commonwealth in order to determine whether such bank has been or is engaged in any unfair method of competition or in any unfair or deceptive act or practice as established by the commissioner by regulation in accordance with the provisions of section two A.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 2B
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 2B cover?
Section 2B ("Investigation of unfair practices") 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 § 2B?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 2B" (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 § 2B apply to my situation?
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