Massachusetts § 43A - Fees, penalties or other charges for sending original bill or invoice by postal mail
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 43A — Fees, penalties or other charges for sending original bill or invoice by postal mail, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 43A. Fees, penalties or other charges for sending original bill or invoice by postal mail
Section 43A. A person engaged in trade or commerce shall not assess a fee, penalty or other charge for the sending of an original bill or invoice by postal mail to a natural person in this commonwealth; but this section shall not apply to a reasonable discount offered to a natural person for voluntary agreement to pay or otherwise satisfy a bill or invoice after its receipt by means other than postal mail, or for voluntary options such as customized bills or invoices.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 43A
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 43A cover?
Section 43A ("Fees, penalties or other charges for sending original bill or invoice by postal mail") 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 § 43A?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 43A" (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 § 43A apply to my situation?
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