Massachusetts § 157 - Use of car not equipped with automatic couplers
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 157 — Use of car not equipped with automatic couplers, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 157. Use of car not equipped with automatic couplers
Section 157. A railroad corporation, in moving traffic between points in the commonwealth, shall not haul or use, or permit to be hauled or used, on its lines any car which is not equipped with couplers coupling automatically by impact, and which do not require men to go between the cars to uncouple them.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 157
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 157 cover?
Section 157 ("Use of car not equipped with automatic couplers") 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 § 157?
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Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
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How does Massachusetts § 157 apply to my situation?
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