Massachusetts § 117F - Powers of commissioner of agriculture
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 117F — Powers of commissioner of agriculture, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 117F. Powers of commissioner of agriculture
Section 117F. The commissioner, in person or by deputy, shall have free access at all reasonable hours to any building or other place wherein it is reasonably believed that farm products marked, branded or labelled in accordance with official grades or standards established and promulgated by the commissioner are being marketed or held for commercial purposes. He shall also have power in person or by deputy to open any bags, crates, or other containers containing said farm products and examine the contents thereof, and may, upon tendering the market price, take samples therefrom.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 117F
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 117F cover?
Section 117F ("Powers of commissioner of agriculture") 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 § 117F?
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