Massachusetts § 33G - Lease or purchase of marking units or tabulating units; bonds from manufacturers or distributors
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 33G — Lease or purchase of marking units or tabulating units; bonds from manufacturers or distributors, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 33G. Lease or purchase of marking units or tabulating units; bonds from manufacturers or distributors
Section 33G. If any special marking units or special tabulating units are leased or purchased by a city or town, the manufacturer or distributor of such units shall give to the city or town clerk a bond, with sufficient sureties, to keep such units in working order for at least two calendar years from the date of lease or purchase. Said manufacturer or distributor shall also give to said clerk a bond, with sufficient sureties, conditioned to defend and indemnify the city or town leasing the units against any suit at law or in equity and for any expense, damage or inconvenience which they may incur or suffer by reason of any suit brought against them for infringement of patents or other rights arising from the lease or use of such units.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 33G
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 33G cover?
Section 33G ("Lease or purchase of marking units or tabulating units; bonds from manufacturers or distributors") 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 § 33G?
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Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
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