Massachusetts · Massachusetts General Laws — Part IV, Title I, Crimes and Punishments
Mass. Gen. Laws (Crimes) § 272:98A: Persons with physical disabilities with dog guides; public places or conveyances; charges or fares; penalties
What this law says, in plain English
Persons with disabilities accompanied by service dogs have equal access to public places and transportation without additional charges. Violators face fines up to $300 and civil damages.
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