Massachusetts § 47B - False statements in affidavit of registration; complaint and summons; examination of qualifications
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 47B — False statements in affidavit of registration; complaint and summons; examination of qualifications, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 47B. False statements in affidavit of registration; complaint and summons; examination of qualifications
Section 47B. If at any time subsequent to the registration of a voter the registrars have probable cause to believe that the voter has made a false statement in his affidavit of registration, they may prepare a complaint setting forth the basis for their belief, and summon the voter to appear before them in the manner set forth in section forty-eight. They shall examine the voter and determine his qualifications to vote in the manner set forth in section forty-nine.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 47B
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 47B cover?
Section 47B ("False statements in affidavit of registration; complaint and summons; examination of qualifications") 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 § 47B?
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Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
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