Massachusetts § 65P - False labeling
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 65P — False labeling, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 65P. False labeling
Section 65P. (a) No person shall sell or exchange, or offer or expose for sale or exchange, or deliver or attempt to deliver, frozen desserts in any container which is falsely labeled as to the name of the manufacturer or place of manufacture, or in any other respect.
(b) No person shall misrepresent in any manner the name of the manufacturer or the place of manufacture of frozen desserts.
(c) No person shall use or cause to permit to be used, for the purpose of preserving or holding frozen desserts, any cabinet, can, container or other equipment owned in whole or in part by any other person, without the written consent of such owner.
(d) No person shall place any frozen desserts of one manufacturer in the cabinet, can, container or other equipment belonging in whole or in part to another manufacturer.
(e) No person, other than the owner or a person thereto authorized by him, shall remove, erase, obliterate, cover or conceal the owner's name or any distinguishing mark or device which may appear or be placed on any such cabinet, can, container or other equipment.
(f) Except where otherwise provided in sections sixty-five G to sixty-five U, inclusive, the provisions of sections one hundred and eighty-six to one hundred and ninety-five, inclusive, shall apply to frozen desserts and to frozen dessert mix, and to any materials intended for use, or used, in the manufacture thereof.
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 65P
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 65P cover?
Section 65P ("False labeling") 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 § 65P?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 65P" (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 § 65P apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Massachusetts can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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