Massachusetts General Laws ch. 244 sec. 13 – Necessary parties
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Section 13. Unless the defendant is seized in fee simple in possession of the whole equity of redemption of the land demanded, an order for a sale shall not be made until all parties interested in the equity of redemption and whose estate or interest therein would be affected by such sale have been summoned to appear.
Terms Used In Massachusetts General Laws ch. 244 sec. 13
- Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
- Fee simple: Absolute title to property with no limitations or restrictions regarding the person who may inherit it.