Massachusetts § 133A - Switch stands, lighting
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 133A — Switch stands, lighting, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 133A. Switch stands, lighting
Section 133A. Every railroad corporation shall equip with proper lights or other approved or commonly used devices all switch stands in all yards owned and maintained by such railroad corporation in which trains or switching engines are generally operated during the hours of darkness, except at locations where, and so long as, it is specially exempted from so doing by the department. The provisions of this section shall not be applicable to switch stands or switches located in interlocking signal, automatic block signal or centralized traffic control territory. A railroad corporation which unreasonably neglects to comply with this section shall, for every such neglect, be punished by a fine of five dollars.
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 133A
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 133A cover?
Section 133A ("Switch stands, lighting") 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 § 133A?
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