Massachusetts § 180A - Violation of closing laws
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 180A — Violation of closing laws, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 180A. Violation of closing laws
Section 180A. Whoever violates any provisions of the second paragraph of clause (50) of section six or the second paragraph of section thirteen of chapter one hundred and thirty-six shall be punished by a fine of not more than one thousand dollars.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 180A
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 180A cover?
Section 180A ("Violation of closing laws") 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 § 180A?
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Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
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