Section 40. The fees for the service of process and notices and for summoning witnesses shall, upon the approval of the court or district attorney, be paid by the commonwealth if the petitioner is not able to pay them.

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Terms Used In Massachusetts General Laws ch. 248 sec. 40

  • Service of process: The service of writs or summonses to the appropriate party.