Massachusetts § 75E - Printed notice required for certain fees associated with gift certificates; penalty for violation
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§ 75E. Printed notice required for certain fees associated with gift certificates; penalty for violation
Section 75E. Whoever sells or offers to sell a gift certificate, as defined in section 1 of chapter 255D, which imposes any fees or charges including, but not limited to, purchase fees, activation fees, renewal fees or cancellation fees, shall provide to consumers notice of any such fees, in writing, on the gift certificate, on the packaging of the gift certificate, or on both. Failure to print such notice shall be punished by a fine of not more than $300 per violation.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 75E
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 75E cover?
Section 75E ("Printed notice required for certain fees associated with gift certificates; penalty for violation") 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 § 75E?
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