Massachusetts § 36 - Failure to furnish lists; estimating value
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 36 — Failure to furnish lists; estimating value, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 36. Failure to furnish lists; estimating value
Section 36. Assessors shall ascertain as nearly as possible the particulars of the personal estate, and of the real estate in possession or occupation, as owner or otherwise, of any person not bringing in such list, and shall estimate its just value, according to their best information and belief.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 36
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 36 cover?
Section 36 ("Failure to furnish lists; estimating value") 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 § 36?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 36" (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 § 36 apply to my situation?
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