Massachusetts § 10 - Toys or confectionery containing or coated with material containing arsenic
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 10 — Toys or confectionery containing or coated with material containing arsenic, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 10. Toys or confectionery containing or coated with material containing arsenic
Section 10. Whoever, himself, or by his agent or servant, or as the agent or servant of another, manufactures, sells or exchanges, or has in his custody or possession with intent to sell or exchange, or exposes or offers for sale or exchange, any toys or confectionery, containing or coated wholly or in part with arsenic, shall be punished by a fine of not less than fifty nor more than one hundred dollars.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 10
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 10 cover?
Section 10 ("Toys or confectionery containing or coated with material containing arsenic") 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 § 10?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 10" (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?
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How does Massachusetts § 10 apply to my situation?
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