Massachusetts · Massachusetts General Laws — Part IV, Title I, Crimes and Punishments
Mass. Gen. Laws (Crimes) § 272:77: Cruelty to animals; prohibition from work involving contact with animals
What this law says, in plain English
Law prohibits animal cruelty including overwork, torture, deprivation of care, and cruel treatment. Violations punishable by up to 7 years imprisonment or $5,000 fine; repeat offenses carry up to 10 years or $10,000 fine.
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