Massachusetts § 27A - Unlawful distribution of absent voter ballots
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 27A — Unlawful distribution of absent voter ballots, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 27A. Unlawful distribution of absent voter ballots
Section 27A. Whoever, at any election at which absent voting is permitted, knowingly and wilfully delivers an absent voter ballot to a voter or other person in any other manner than as provided for in section ninety-one A and ninety-one B of chapter fifty-four shall be punished by a fine of not more than ten thousand dollars.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 27A
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 27A cover?
Section 27A ("Unlawful distribution of absent voter ballots") 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 § 27A?
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Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
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How does Massachusetts § 27A apply to my situation?
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