Massachusetts § 271A - Resale of mattress, box spring, studio couch or futon mattress; notice to consumer
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 271A — Resale of mattress, box spring, studio couch or futon mattress; notice to consumer, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 271A. Resale of mattress, box spring, studio couch or futon mattress; notice to consumer
Section 271A. Notwithstanding any general or special law or rule or regulation to the contrary, a mattress, box spring, studio couch or futon mattress which has been delivered to and used by a customer and which is later returned to the seller thereof shall be clearly and conspicuously marked thereon and advertised by the seller before any further sale with a tag stating the following: ''This mattress, box spring, studio couch or futon mattress has been previously sold, delivered, used and returned and is being offered for resale.''
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 271A
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 271A cover?
Section 271A ("Resale of mattress, box spring, studio couch or futon mattress; notice to consumer") 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 § 271A?
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Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
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How does Massachusetts § 271A apply to my situation?
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