Massachusetts General Laws ch. 272 sec. 69 – Vagabonds; arrest without warrant; taking before court; complaint
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Section 69. Sheriffs, deputy sheriffs, constables and police officers shall take any such vagabond into custody without a warrant and shall, within twenty-four hours after such arrest, Sundays and legal holidays excepted, take him before a district court, and shall make complaint against him.
Terms Used In Massachusetts General Laws ch. 272 sec. 69
- Arrest: Taking physical custody of a person by lawful authority.
- Complaint: A written statement by the plaintiff stating the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant.