Massachusetts § 130 - Drills or parades by armed citizens or foreign troops; conditions

Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 130 — Drills or parades by armed citizens or foreign troops; conditions, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 130. Drills or parades by armed citizens or foreign troops; conditions

Section 130. The commander-in-chief may prescribe rules and regulations under which bodies of citizens of the United States, or foreign troops to whose admission to the United States the government of the United States has consented, may drill or parade with firearms or harmless imitations thereof. The commander-in-chief may authorize the use by any such body of any state armory or air installation for drill or training.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 130

What does Massachusetts General Laws § 130 cover?

Section 130 ("Drills or parades by armed citizens or foreign troops; conditions") 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 § 130?

A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 130" (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 § 130 apply to my situation?

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