Massachusetts § 24F - Discharge of employee for furnishing evidence or testifying in connection with discrimination complaint; penalty
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 24F — Discharge of employee for furnishing evidence or testifying in connection with discrimination complaint; penalty, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 24F. Discharge of employee for furnishing evidence or testifying in connection with discrimination complaint; penalty
Section 24F. Whoever, personally or by his agent, shall discharge an employee for the reason that such employee has furnished evidence in connection with a complaint under any provision of said sections twenty-four A to twenty-four J, inclusive, or that such employee has testified in a judicial proceeding under any such provision, shall be punished by a fine of not less than fifty nor more than two hundred dollars.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 24F
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 24F cover?
Section 24F ("Discharge of employee for furnishing evidence or testifying in connection with discrimination complaint; 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 § 24F?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 24F" (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 § 24F apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Massachusetts can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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