Mass. General Laws c.54 § 51

Town elections; posting names of candidates

This is an unofficial version of a Massachusetts General Law. For more information on this topic, please see law about elections and voting.

Updates

Amended by St. 2026, c. 137, § 62, effective January 1, 2027

Section 51 (Effective until January 1, 2027)

In towns using official ballots the town clerk, at least four days before an election therein, shall cause to be posted in one or more public places the names, residences and designations of all candidates duly nominated to be voted for in the town, substantially in the form of the official ballot.

Section 51 (Effective January 1, 2027)

In towns using official ballots the town clerk, at least four days before an election therein, shall cause to be posted in one or more public places the names, wards or precincts of residence, or both, as applicable and designations of all candidates duly nominated to be voted for in the town, substantially in the form of the official ballot.

Last updated:	July 9, 2026