Massachusetts § 149V - Exemptions from Secs. 149M to 149W

Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 149V — Exemptions from Secs. 149M to 149W, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 149V. Exemptions from Secs. 149M to 149W

Section 149V. The following shall be exempt from sections 149M to 149W, inclusive: (a) warranties, service contracts or maintenance agreements provided by public utilities that are regulated by the department of telecommunications and cable or the Federal Communications Commission, or by an affiliate of such entity, covering customer wiring, transmission devices serviced by such public utility or warranting services provided by such public utility or its affiliate; (b) mechanical breakdown insurance policies offered by insurers otherwise licensed and regulated under the insurance laws and regulations of the commonwealth; (c) warranties, service contracts or other agreements regarding automobiles; and (d) warranties offered by builders as part of a conveyance of real estate.

Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 149V

What does Massachusetts General Laws § 149V cover?

Section 149V ("Exemptions from Secs. 149M to 149W") 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 § 149V?

A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 149V" (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 § 149V apply to my situation?

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