Massachusetts § 35A - Apportionment of taxes

Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 35A — Apportionment of taxes, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 35A. Apportionment of taxes

Section 35A. In case of a trial by jury in a proceeding brought under section fourteen, the amount, if any, to which the petitioner is entitled by reason of the tax assessed upon the property in the year in which it was taken, as provided in section twelve, shall be separately determined by the court, either upon stipulation of the parties or upon evidence received, after the jury has rendered its verdict.

Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 35A

What does Massachusetts General Laws § 35A cover?

Section 35A ("Apportionment of taxes") 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.

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