Massachusetts § 79 - Witnesses; summoning in Suffolk and Worcester; expenses
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 79 — Witnesses; summoning in Suffolk and Worcester; expenses, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 79. Witnesses; summoning in Suffolk and Worcester; expenses
Section 79. Officers in attendance upon the sessions of the superior court for criminal business in Suffolk county and the officers appointed for attendance on the sessions of the superior court for civil or criminal business in Worcester county shall summon witnesses on behalf of the commonwealth from any part of the commonwealth, but shall receive therefor no compensation in addition to their salaries except for expenses actually incurred and paid.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 79
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 79 cover?
Section 79 ("Witnesses; summoning in Suffolk and Worcester; expenses") 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 § 79?
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Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
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