Massachusetts § 62 - Penalties for violations of chapter
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 62 — Penalties for violations of chapter, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 62. Penalties for violations of chapter
Section 62. A violation by any person of any provision of this chapter for which a specific penalty is not provided or a violation by a licensee or permitted of any provision of his license or permit or of any regulation made under authority of this chapter shall be punished by a fine of not less than fifty nor more than five hundred dollars or by imprisonment for not less than one month nor more than one year, or both.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 62
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 62 cover?
Section 62 ("Penalties for violations of chapter") 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 § 62?
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Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
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How does Massachusetts § 62 apply to my situation?
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