Massachusetts § 28 - Illegal voting; aiding or abetting
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 28 — Illegal voting; aiding or abetting, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 28. Illegal voting; aiding or abetting
Section 28. Whoever, at a primary, caucus or election, aids or abets a person who is not entitled to vote, in voting or attempting to vote, or in voting or attempting to vote under a name other than his own, or in casting or attempting to cast more than one ballot, shall be punished by a fine of not more than ten thousand dollars or by imprisonment for not more than five years, or both.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 28
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 28 cover?
Section 28 ("Illegal voting; aiding or abetting") 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 § 28?
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How does Massachusetts § 28 apply to my situation?
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