New England sheriff, or, Digest of the duties of civil officers: being a compendium of the laws of Massachusetts, with reference to those of the neighboring states, upon those subjects ...

By Isaac Goodwin

Book Overview

New England Sheriff: Or Digest Of The Duties Of Civil Officers, Being A Compendium Of The Laws Of Massachusetts (1830) is a book written by Isaac Goodwin. It is a comprehensive guide to the laws and duties of civil officers in Massachusetts during the early 19th century. The book is specifically aimed at sheriffs and other law enforcement officers, providing them with a detailed overview of their responsibilities and obligations under the law. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the powers of arrest, the handling of prisoners, the execution of court orders, and the collection of taxes and other fees. It also includes information on the legal system in Massachusetts, including the structure of the courts and the procedures for conducting trials. Overall, New England Sheriff is an important historical document that provides valuable insights into the legal and law enforcement practices of early 19th-century Massachusetts.With Reference To Those Of The Neighboring States, Upon Those Subjects. With Copious Forms.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437116604
• ISBN13: 9781437116601
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 324 Pages
• Weight: 0.96 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"