Massachusetts § 95 - Aiding or being present at exhibition of fighting animals
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 95 — Aiding or being present at exhibition of fighting animals, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 95. Aiding or being present at exhibition of fighting animals
Section 95. Whoever is present at any place, building or tenement where preparations are being made for an exhibition of the fighting of birds, dogs or other animals, with intent to be present at such exhibition, or is present at, aids in or contributes to such exhibition, shall be punished by a fine of not more than $1,000 or by imprisonment in the state prison for not more than 5 years or imprisonment in the house of correction for not more than 2½ years or by both such fine and imprisonment.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 95
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 95 cover?
Section 95 ("Aiding or being present at exhibition of fighting animals") 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.
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