Massachusetts § 111 - False affidavit or protest; penalty
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 111 — False affidavit or protest; penalty, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 111. False affidavit or protest; penalty
Section 111. A master, officer or mariner of a ship or vessel who makes or causes to be made or swears to a false affidavit or protest, or an owner of or other person concerned in such ship or vessel, or the owner of or the person concerned in the goods or property laden on board the same, who procures such false affidavit or protest to be made, or exhibits the same, with intent to injure, deceive or defraud an insurer of such ship or vessel, or of any goods or property laden on board the same, shall be punished by imprisonment in the state prison for not more than ten years or by a fine of not more than five thousand dollars and imprisonment in jail for not more than two years.
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 111
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 111 cover?
Section 111 ("False affidavit or protest; 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 § 111?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 111" (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 § 111 apply to my situation?
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