Massachusetts · Massachusetts General Laws — Part I, Title XIV, Motor Vehicles
Mass. Gen. Laws (Motor Vehicles) § 90:22H: Safe transportation of animals
What this law says, in plain English
A person cannot transport an animal in a vehicle's cargo area on public roads unless the space is enclosed, has tall side racks, the animal is secured, or otherwise protected from falling or jumping out. Violation results in a fine of at least $50.
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