Massachusetts § 44 - Disqualification for violation of Sec. 43

Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 44 — Disqualification for violation of Sec. 43, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 44. Disqualification for violation of Sec. 43

Section 44. If it appears to the satisfaction of the court that an attorney whose appearance has been entered in any suit has in connection therewith violated the preceding section, such attorney may in the discretion of the court be disqualified from further acting in said suit, and the court may make an order for continuance, or for another and speedy trial, or such other order for the protection of the interests of the parties, as justice may require, and may deny the right to collect costs wholly or in part to any party to the suit.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 44

What does Massachusetts General Laws § 44 cover?

Section 44 ("Disqualification for violation of Sec. 43") 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 § 44?

A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 44" (Massachusetts). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.

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