Massachusetts § 187 - Reduction of rates

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§ 187. Reduction of rates

Section 187. A railroad corporation may make contracts for the conveyance of passengers upon designated trains for a specific distance at fixed times, at such reduced rates of fare as the parties may agree upon. Tickets may be issued for such passengers, upon which shall be plainly printed the terms upon which they may be used. Such tickets shall not be transferable without the consent of the corporation, nor shall they entitle the holder to ride upon a train not therein designated.

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

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What does Massachusetts General Laws § 187 cover?

Section 187 ("Reduction of rates") 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.

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