Section 33. Sections twenty-seven to thirty-two, inclusive, shall so far as possible be deemed to be declaratory of the common law of this commonwealth. Said sections shall be liberally construed so as to effectuate the intent that all powers of appointment whatsoever shall be releasable unless otherwise expressly provided in the instrument creating the power.

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Terms Used In Massachusetts General Laws ch. 204 sec. 33

  • Common law: The legal system that originated in England and is now in use in the United States. It is based on judicial decisions rather than legislative action.