Massachusetts § 58 - Possession of deceptive firearm device during commission of violent crime; penalty
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 58 — Possession of deceptive firearm device during commission of violent crime; penalty, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 58. Possession of deceptive firearm device during commission of violent crime; penalty
Section 58. Any person who is in possession of a deceptive firearm device as defined in section 121 of chapter 140 during the commission of a violent crime as defined in said section 121 of said chapter 140 shall be deemed to be armed and shall be punishable by penalties set forth in this chapter.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 58
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 58 cover?
Section 58 ("Possession of deceptive firearm device during commission of violent crime; penalty") 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 § 58?
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Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
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