Massachusetts · Massachusetts General Laws — Part IV, Title I, Crimes and Punishments
Mass. Gen. Laws (Crimes) § 272:104: Security for seizure and impoundment of animals relating to cruelty to animals or animal fighting
What this law says, in plain English
This statute establishes a civil procedure allowing authorities to petition courts to require owners of seized animals in animal cruelty cases to post security covering the animal's care expenses.
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