Massachusetts § 22A - Dogs owned by police departments or agencies
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 22A — Dogs owned by police departments or agencies, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 22A. Dogs owned by police departments or agencies
Section 22A. The provisions of sections twenty-one and twenty-two shall not apply to dogs owned by police departments or police agencies of the commonwealth or any of its political subdivisions when such dogs are under the direct supervision, care and control of a police officer, have been vaccinated as provided in section one hundred and forty-five B of chapter one hundred and forty, and are subject to routine veterinary care.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 22A
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 22A cover?
Section 22A ("Dogs owned by police departments or agencies") 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 § 22A?
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Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
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How does Massachusetts § 22A apply to my situation?
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