Massachusetts § 17D - Penalties for violation of Sec. 17C

Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 17D — Penalties for violation of Sec. 17C, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 17D. Penalties for violation of Sec. 17C

Section 17D. Whoever violates section 17C, or any rule or regulation made under authority thereof, shall be punished by a fine per offense as promulgated by the director. All funds received by the commonwealth under this section shall be deposited in the Marine Recreational Fisheries Development Fund established by section 35NN of chapter 10.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 17D

What does Massachusetts General Laws § 17D cover?

Section 17D ("Penalties for violation of Sec. 17C") 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 § 17D?

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Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?

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