Massachusetts § 56A - Location of scales for food sold at retail
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 56A — Location of scales for food sold at retail, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 56A. Location of scales for food sold at retail
Section 56A. Whoever places a scale or weighing device when used in weighing food sold at retail by weight in the presence of the purchaser so that the weight indicator may not be read and the weighing operations be observed by the purchaser shall be punished by a fine of $50, or shall be subject to a civil citation as provided in section 29A.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 56A
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 56A cover?
Section 56A ("Location of scales for food sold at retail") 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 § 56A?
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Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
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How does Massachusetts § 56A apply to my situation?
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