Massachusetts § 70 - Summoning of parent or guardian during case
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 70 — Summoning of parent or guardian during case, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 70. Summoning of parent or guardian during case
Section 70. At any time during the pendency of any case before a court or trial justice against a child under 18 years of age, whether pending adjudication or during continuances or probation or after the case has been taken from the files, the court or trial justice may summon any parent or guardian of said child, or any person with whom the child resides, in the manner provided in section fifty-five.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 70
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 70 cover?
Section 70 ("Summoning of parent or guardian during case") 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 § 70?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 70" (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 § 70 apply to my situation?
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