Massachusetts · Massachusetts General Laws — Part IV, Title I, Crimes and Punishments

Mass. Gen. Laws (Crimes) § 268:40: Reports of crimes to law enforcement officials

Misdemeanor

What this law says, in plain English

A person who witnesses aggravated rape, rape, murder, manslaughter, or armed robbery must report it to law enforcement as soon as reasonably practicable, unless doing so creates danger. Violation results in a fine between $500 and $2,500.

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