Massachusetts § 14C - Injury to improvements; penalty; damages
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 14C — Injury to improvements; penalty; damages, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 14C. Injury to improvements; penalty; damages
Section 14C. Whoever obstructs or injures any ditch, tide gate, dike or other structure constructed or used for any purpose authorized by any provision of sections one to fourteen B, inclusive, shall be punished by a fine of not less than ten dollars. The state reclamation board may also recover, in the name of the commonwealth, for any such obstruction or injury, in an action of contract, the amount of the damages sustained by reason thereof, and the provisions of section five A, relative to the disposition of money therein referred to, shall govern the disposition of money recovered in such action.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 14C
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 14C cover?
Section 14C ("Injury to improvements; penalty; damages") 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 § 14C?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 14C" (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 § 14C apply to my situation?
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