Massachusetts § 9A - Public officers or employees; solicitations regarding testimonial dinners
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 9A — Public officers or employees; solicitations regarding testimonial dinners, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 9A. Public officers or employees; solicitations regarding testimonial dinners
Section 9A. No person shall sell, offer for sale, or accept payment for, tickets or admissions to, nor solicit or accept contributions for, a testimonial dinner or function, or any affair, by whatever name it may be called, having a purpose similar to that of a testimonial dinner or function, for any person, other than a person holding elective public office, whose office or employment is in any law enforcement, regulatory or investigatory body or agency of the commonwealth or any political subdivision thereof.
Whoever violates any provision of this section shall be punished by a fine of not more than five hundred dollars.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 9A
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 9A cover?
Section 9A ("Public officers or employees; solicitations regarding testimonial dinners") 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 § 9A?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 9A" (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Massachusetts official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Massachusetts attorney.
How does Massachusetts § 9A apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Massachusetts can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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