Massachusetts § 294 - Interference with inspector

Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 294 — Interference with inspector, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 294. Interference with inspector

Section 294. Whoever hinders, obstructs or in any way interferes with any inspector, analyst or other officer appointed or acting under the preceding section while in the performance of his official duty shall be punished for the first offence by a fine of not more than fifty dollars, and for a subsequent offence by a fine of not more than one hundred dollars.

Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 294

What does Massachusetts General Laws § 294 cover?

Section 294 ("Interference with inspector") 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 § 294?

A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 294" (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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