Massachusetts § 75F - Deduction of gratuity from gift certificate without consent; penalty

Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 75F — Deduction of gratuity from gift certificate without consent; penalty, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 75F. Deduction of gratuity from gift certificate without consent; penalty

Section 75F. Whoever redeems a gift certificate, as defined in section 1 of chapter 255D and deducts a gratuity therefrom without the consent of the holder of the gift certificate, shall be punished by a fine of not more than $300 per violation.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 75F

What does Massachusetts General Laws § 75F cover?

Section 75F ("Deduction of gratuity from gift certificate without consent; 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 § 75F?

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Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?

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