Massachusetts § 60B - Venue for charge and prosecution of crimes committed in different counties or territorial jurisdiction of different courts
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 60B — Venue for charge and prosecution of crimes committed in different counties or territorial jurisdiction of different courts, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 60B. Venue for charge and prosecution of crimes committed in different counties or territorial jurisdiction of different courts
Section 60B. Crimes committed in different counties or the territorial jurisdiction of different courts in violation of this chapter, if the crimes may be joined for trial under the Massachusetts Rules of Criminal Procedure but for venue and jurisdiction, may be charged and prosecuted in any court having jurisdiction of at least 1 of the crimes.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 60B
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 60B cover?
Section 60B ("Venue for charge and prosecution of crimes committed in different counties or territorial jurisdiction of different courts") 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 § 60B?
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Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
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How does Massachusetts § 60B apply to my situation?
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