Massachusetts § 15F - Attempt to commit assault and battery by discharge of firearm; penalty
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 15F — Attempt to commit assault and battery by discharge of firearm; penalty, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 15F. Attempt to commit assault and battery by discharge of firearm; penalty
Section 15F. (a) Whoever attempts to commit an assault and battery upon another by means of discharging a firearm, as defined in section 121 of chapter 140, shall be punished by imprisonment in the state prison for not more than 15 years or by imprisonment in the house of correction for not more than 21/2 years or by a fine of not more than $10,000, or by both such fine and imprisonment.
[There is no subsection (b).]
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 15F
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 15F cover?
Section 15F ("Attempt to commit assault and battery by discharge of firearm; penalty") 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 § 15F?
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