Massachusetts · Massachusetts General Laws — Part I, Title XIV, Motor Vehicles
Mass. Gen. Laws (Motor Vehicles) § 85:35: Approval by department of public works of construction of highway bridges; liability for damages to bridges
What this law says, in plain English
Operating a vehicle exceeding posted weight limits on public highway bridges is punishable by a fine of up to $200, unless authorized by special permit. Bridge owners may also recover damage costs from violators.
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