Massachusetts § 50 - Supplementary registration

Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 50 — Supplementary registration, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 50. Supplementary registration

Section 50. Any legal resident of the commonwealth who was included in the definition of ''Specially qualified voter'' in section one of chapter fifty throughout the seven days immediately preceding the final time for registration under section twenty-six, or who becomes a citizen of the United States after the final time for registration under said section twenty-six, may appear before a registrar or assistant registrar of voters of the city or town of his legal residence, during regular business hours of any day following the final day for registration before a primary or election, as fixed by said section twenty-six, and, in accordance with this chapter, register as a voter; provided, however, that he so appears prior to four o'clock post meridian on the day preceding a primary, preliminary election or election.

Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 50

What does Massachusetts General Laws § 50 cover?

Section 50 ("Supplementary registration") 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 § 50?

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