Massachusetts · Massachusetts General Laws — Part I, Title XIV, Motor Vehicles

Mass. Gen. Laws (Motor Vehicles) § 90:19A: Weight limitations for certain motor vehicles, semi-trailers, etc.; scales; penalties for violations

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What this law says, in plain English

This statute sets weight limits for motor vehicles on public roads and requires operators to submit to weighing upon officer request. Refusing to comply results in a fine of $300–$500 and possible license suspension up to 90 days.

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