Massachusetts § 25B - Unauthorized use or disposition of registered articles

Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 25B — Unauthorized use or disposition of registered articles, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 25B. Unauthorized use or disposition of registered articles

Section 25B. No person shall without the written consent of the owner take, detain, use, sell, traffic in or otherwise dispose of, or use for any purpose other than that for which such article was intended, any registered towel, garment, apron, bed linen or table linen; provided, however, that the use of such article or articles at the place where the same are placed or delivered by the owner or owners under an agreement, lease or license from such owner, shall not be unlawful; and provided, further, that nothing herein contained shall make it unlawful for any hotel, restaurant, cafe or other public hostelry to permit and allow the use of such towel, garment, apron, bed linen or table linen to any guest, boarder or regularly hired employee thereof, during the period of any lease, renting or hiring agreement of said supplies with the owner thereof.

Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 25B

What does Massachusetts General Laws § 25B cover?

Section 25B ("Unauthorized use or disposition of registered articles") is part of the Massachusetts General Laws, the codified statutory law of Massachusetts. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

How do I cite Massachusetts § 25B?

A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 25B" (Massachusetts). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.

Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?

No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Massachusetts official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Massachusetts attorney.

How does Massachusetts § 25B apply to my situation?

Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Massachusetts can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.

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