Massachusetts § 55 - Recording systems; stenographic and medical services and equipment

Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 55 — Recording systems; stenographic and medical services and equipment, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 55. Recording systems; stenographic and medical services and equipment

Section 55. The chief justice of the Boston municipal court department may employ stenographic services and provide for recording systems for the court. Said department may secure for its criminal business medical service, and the equipment necessary therefor, and for this purpose may expend annually such sum, not exceeding fifteen thousand dollars, as the chief justice of the Boston municipal court department may from time to time determine, subject to the approval of the chief justice for administration and management. Sums so expended shall be paid by the commonwealth upon vouchers approved by the chief justice of the Boston municipal court department.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 55

What does Massachusetts General Laws § 55 cover?

Section 55 ("Recording systems; stenographic and medical services and equipment") 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 § 55?

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