Section 7. If the libellant maintains his action, the court shall decree a forfeiture and sale of the property and a distribution of the proceeds, or other appropriate disposition thereof. If he fails to maintain it, the court shall decree a restitution of the property to the claimant.

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Terms Used In Massachusetts General Laws ch. 257 sec. 7

  • Restitution: The court-ordered payment of money by the defendant to the victim for damages caused by the criminal action.