Massachusetts § 262 - Inspectors of lime
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 262 — Inspectors of lime, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 262. Inspectors of lime
Section 262. The mayor of a city or the selectmen of a town where lime is manufactured, or into which it is imported, may annually appoint one or more inspectors of lime, who shall be sworn to the faithful performance of their duty and shall inspect all lime manufactured in such city or town at the time when a cask is filled at the kiln, and all lime imported or sold in such city or town.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 262
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 262 cover?
Section 262 ("Inspectors of lime") 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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