Massachusetts § 31A - Notice to commissioner of revenue; recording
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 31A — Notice to commissioner of revenue; recording, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 31A. Notice to commissioner of revenue; recording
Section 31A. Within sixty days after the recording of any deed in which the grantee is described as a trustee, or of any declaration of trust, the register in whose office such deed or declaration is recorded shall send by mail to the commissioner of revenue a notification of the recording thereof, stating the name of the grantor and of the grantee or the trustee, and the date of recording.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 31A
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 31A cover?
Section 31A ("Notice to commissioner of revenue; recording") 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 § 31A?
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Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
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