Massachusetts § 58 - Sessions of the courts; open times
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 58 — Sessions of the courts; open times, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 58. Sessions of the courts; open times
Section 58. The probate court shall be open daily on days other than Saturdays, Sundays and legal holidays, for hearings, matters in equity, proceedings in contempt and for making orders, judgments and decrees in matters before them, except that, if the convenience of the public so requires, a court shall be open on any Saturday, not a legal holiday, for said purposes during such hours as the judge or judges thereof may determine. Notwithstanding the foregoing provisions, the times of hearings shall be discretionary with the judges of said courts.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 58
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 58 cover?
Section 58 ("Sessions of the courts; open times") 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 § 58?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 58" (Massachusetts). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
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How does Massachusetts § 58 apply to my situation?
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