M.G.L. c. 280, § 6

Governs criminal fines and forfeitures. The cited section bars judges from imposing court costs as a criminal penalty, but permits certain prosecution expenses or default costs in specified circumstances.

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Northampton Division of the District Court Department-Review of Probation Supervision Fees: Transactions and Monitoring of Fulfillment by Probationers
Palmer Division of the District Court Department-Review of Probation Supervision Fees: Transactions and Monitoring of Fulfillment by Probationers
Trial Court-Administration and Oversight of Probation Supervision Fee Assessments