Massachusetts § 42 - Equitable jurisdiction of superior court
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 42 — Equitable jurisdiction of superior court, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 42. Equitable jurisdiction of superior court
Section 42. The superior court shall have jurisdiction in equity to enforce any lawful rule, regulation or order made by the commission or any of its members or by a city or town under any provision of sections thirty-five to fifty-two, inclusive, and may compel the attendance of and the giving of testimony by witnesses before the commission or any member thereof, in the same manner and to the same extent as before said court.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 42
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 42 cover?
Section 42 ("Equitable jurisdiction of superior court") 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 § 42?
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