Massachusetts § 64 - Judicial stay of execution of death sentence; final determination of judicial questions
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 64 — Judicial stay of execution of death sentence; final determination of judicial questions, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 64. Judicial stay of execution of death sentence; final determination of judicial questions
Section 64. The execution of a sentence of death may be stayed from time to time for stated periods by the supreme judicial court, or a justice thereof, pending the final determination of any judicial question arising in or out of the case in which the sentence is imposed.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 64
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 64 cover?
Section 64 ("Judicial stay of execution of death sentence; final determination of judicial questions") 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 § 64?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 64" (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 § 64 apply to my situation?
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