Massachusetts § 22 - Regulation of speed on incorporated bridges

Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 22 — Regulation of speed on incorporated bridges, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 22. Regulation of speed on incorporated bridges

Section 22. The proprietors of an incorporated bridge may make by-laws to prohibit persons from riding or driving horses over such bridge at a rate faster than a walk; and may affix penalties not exceeding two dollars for each offence, to be recovered to the use of the corporation.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 22

What does Massachusetts General Laws § 22 cover?

Section 22 ("Regulation of speed on incorporated bridges") 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.

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Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?

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