Massachusetts § 77E - Marking of imported fish formerly in cold storage
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 77E — Marking of imported fish formerly in cold storage, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 77E. Marking of imported fish formerly in cold storage
Section 77E. No person shall deposit or cause to be deposited in cold storage for a period exceeding six months fish received from any other state or country which have been previously in cold storage either within or without this commonwealth, unless at the time of deposit such fish are plainly marked with the date of their original deposit in cold storage, whether within or without.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 77E
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 77E cover?
Section 77E ("Marking of imported fish formerly in cold storage") 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 § 77E?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 77E" (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 § 77E apply to my situation?
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