Massachusetts § 55 - Violation of statutes or rules; prevention of entry on premises
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 55 — Violation of statutes or rules; prevention of entry on premises, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 55. Violation of statutes or rules; prevention of entry on premises
Section 55. Whoever violates any provision of sections forty-two to fifty-one, inclusive, or any rule made thereunder, or prevents or attempts to prevent an inspector from entering on any premises in the discharge of his duty with respect to said sections, shall be punished by a fine of not less than ten nor more than three hundred dollars, or by imprisonment for not more than three months.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 55
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 55 cover?
Section 55 ("Violation of statutes or rules; prevention of entry on premises") 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 § 55?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 55" (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 § 55 apply to my situation?
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