Bill > H1970

This bill modifies Section 20 of Chapter 185C of the Massachusetts General Laws by adding a new provision that establishes a specific timeframe for filing motions or notices to transfer an action to the housing court. Under the new language, such motions or notices must be filed either with the initial answer to the legal action or within 90 days of being served with the original legal process. The housing court is a specialized court in Massachusetts that handles legal matters specifically related to housing, such as landlord-tenant disputes, housing code violations, and other real estate-related issues. By setting a clear deadline for transfer requests, the bill aims to provide more clarity and structure to the legal process for housing-related actions, ensuring that parties have a defined window to request a transfer to the housing court.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1970