Massachusetts § 8 - Use of common drinking cup or towel; rules and regulations
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 8 — Use of common drinking cup or towel; rules and regulations, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 8. Use of common drinking cup or towel; rules and regulations
Section 8. In order to prevent the spread of communicable diseases, the department may prohibit in hotels and in such public places, vehicles or buildings as it may designate the providing of a common drinking cup or a common towel, and may establish rules and regulations for this purpose. Whoever violates any such rule or regulation shall be punished by a fine of not more than twenty-five dollars.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 8
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 8 cover?
Section 8 ("Use of common drinking cup or towel; rules and regulations") 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 § 8?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 8" (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 § 8 apply to my situation?
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