Massachusetts § 71 - Orange clothing while hunting
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 71 — Orange clothing while hunting, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 71. Orange clothing while hunting
Section 71. A person shall not, during the open season when deer may be hunted lawfully with a shotgun, hunt or enter the woodlands of the commonwealth for the purpose of hunting unless he wears in a conspicuous manner or his chest, back and head a minimum of five hundred square inches of clothing or material of a hunter orange color which meets such requirements as the director may by rules and regulations establish. This section shall not apply to any person engaged in waterfowl hunting from within a blind or from a boat.
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 71
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 71 cover?
Section 71 ("Orange clothing while hunting") 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 § 71?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 71" (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 § 71 apply to my situation?
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