Section 6. If, upon such examination, it is found that there is not just cause to fear that such crime will be committed by the person complained of, he shall be forthwith discharged; and if it is found that the complaint is unfounded, frivolous or malicious, the complainant may be ordered to pay the expenses of prosecution.

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Terms Used In Massachusetts General Laws ch. 275 sec. 6

  • Complaint: A written statement by the plaintiff stating the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant.