Massachusetts § 127 - Penalties
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 127 — Penalties, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 127. Penalties
Section 127. Whoever violates any provisions of the seven preceding sections, shall, unless otherwise therein provided, forfeit not less than three nor more than fifty dollars. Whoever wilfully injures or defaces any such drawbridge or wharf or pier appurtenant thereto, or any railroad bridge, wharf or pier, shall forfeit not less than three nor more than fifty dollars. Whoever, without the consent of the draw tender, opens or wilfully obstructs the draw, or wilfully makes fast or moors any scow, raft or other vessel in such manner as to obstruct passage to or through said draw, or wilfully hinders a draw tender in the performance of his duties, shall forfeit not less than fifty nor more than one hundred dollars.
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 127
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 127 cover?
Section 127 ("Penalties") 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 § 127?
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Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
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