Massachusetts § 117L - Penalties for violation of Secs. 117G to 117J
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 117L — Penalties for violation of Secs. 117G to 117J, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 117L. Penalties for violation of Secs. 117G to 117J
Section 117L. Any person violating any of the provisions of sections one hundred and seventeen G to one hundred and seventeen J, inclusive, shall be punished by a fine of not more than fifty dollars for the first offence and for each subsequent offence by a fine of not more than two hundred dollars. The act, omission or failure of an officer, agent or other person acting for or employed by a corporation, company, society or association within the scope of his employment or office shall be deemed to be the act, omission or failure of such corporation, company, society or association.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 117L
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 117L cover?
Section 117L ("Penalties for violation of Secs. 117G to 117J") 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 § 117L?
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