Massachusetts § 46A - Judicial review; jurisdiction
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 46A — Judicial review; jurisdiction, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 46A. Judicial review; jurisdiction
Section 46A. Any person aggrieved by an order, permit determination or other action of the director, other than an order consented to, may obtain judicial review by filing an application for review in the superior court within thirty days after receipt of notice of the final decision of the director. The superior court shall have jurisdiction in equity to enforce any order, decision or determination of the director, and any provision of sections twenty-six to fifty-three, inclusive, or regulation issued thereunder.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 46A
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 46A cover?
Section 46A ("Judicial review; jurisdiction") 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 § 46A?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 46A" (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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