Massachusetts § 37 - Accessibility of lockup to police; penalty for refusing access
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 37 — Accessibility of lockup to police; penalty for refusing access, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 37. Accessibility of lockup to police; penalty for refusing access
Section 37. Such lockups shall at all reasonable hours be accessible to the state police, sheriffs, constables and police officers for any legal and proper use; and a keeper thereof neglecting to keep it so accessible, or refusing to said officers the use of the same, shall be punished by a fine of not less than five nor more than twenty dollars.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 37
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 37 cover?
Section 37 ("Accessibility of lockup to police; penalty for refusing access") 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 § 37?
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Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
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How does Massachusetts § 37 apply to my situation?
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