Massachusetts § 159 - Posting of prices of ice on vehicles; weighing ice
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 159 — Posting of prices of ice on vehicles; weighing ice, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 159. Posting of prices of ice on vehicles; weighing ice
Section 159. Whoever having charge of the retail delivery of ice from a vehicle neglects to keep conspicuously posted upon each side of the vehicle the current retail prices of ice sold by him, or refuses or neglects to sell the same by weight, or refuses to weigh the same upon request of the purchaser, shall be punished by a fine of not more than fifty dollars.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 159
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 159 cover?
Section 159 ("Posting of prices of ice on vehicles; weighing ice") 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 § 159?
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