Massachusetts § 16 - Arrowheads used for hunting; sale
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 16 — Arrowheads used for hunting; sale, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 16. Arrowheads used for hunting; sale
Section 16. Whoever sells or offers for sale devices known as broadheads, razorheads, or any other arrowhead used exclusively for hunting purposes to any person under fifteen years of age shall be punished by a fine of one hundred dollars upon conviction of the first offense, five hundred dollars upon conviction of the second offense, and one thousand dollars and not less than six months nor more than one year in a house of correction for the third and subsequent offenses.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 16
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 16 cover?
Section 16 ("Arrowheads used for hunting; sale") 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 § 16?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 16" (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 § 16 apply to my situation?
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