Massachusetts General Laws
Title IV - Certain Writs and Proceedings in Special Cases
Chapter 258d - Compensation for Certain Erroneous Felony Convictions

Section 1 - Erroneous Felony Conviction Claims; Class of Eligible Persons; Burden of Proof; Definitions; Right to Jury Trial; Preliminary Relief - Section 1. (A) A claim may be brought against the...

Section 2 - Compensation for Claimants - Section 2. A claimant shall not be entitled to compensation...

Section 3 - Commencement of Action; Manner of Proceedings - Section 3. A civil action brought against the commonwealth under...

Section 4 - Service of Process; Notification; Victim's Right to Testify; Evidence; Arbitration and Settlements. - Section 4. Service of process for a civil action brought...

Section 5 - Damages - Section 5. (A) Upon a finding or verdict that the...

Section 6 - Costs and Attorneys' Fees - Section 6. A claimant who prevails in an action under...

Section 7 - Expungement or Sealing of Records; Hearings - Section 7. (A) Upon the entry of a judgment in...

Section 8 - Limitation on Action - Section 8. A claim for compensation brought under this chapter...

Section 9 - Receipt of Chapter - Section 9. (A) A court granting judicial relief consistent with...