Massachusetts § 6C - Return of number plates by repossessor; penalty
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 6C — Return of number plates by repossessor; penalty, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 6C. Return of number plates by repossessor; penalty
Section 6C. Any person who takes possession of a motor vehicle by foreclosure or subrogation of title shall return the number plates issued for such vehicle to the person in whose name such plates had been issued as owner by the end of the second day following the day on which such possession was taken. Whoever violates the provisions of this section shall be punished by a fine of not less than ten nor more than one hundred dollars.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 6C
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 6C cover?
Section 6C ("Return of number plates by repossessor; penalty") 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 § 6C?
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Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
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