Driving Massachusetts

It is illegal to tie a dog to the roof of your car.

Status: Still Enforced / On the Books

The Law Explained

It is officially illegal to tie or fasten a dog to the outside of a motor vehicle, including the roof. This law gained widespread attention and reinforcement after a famous political incident involving a dog on a car roof, underscoring modern animal cruelty standards.

📚 Source / Legal Code

Official Code Citation: M.G.L. c. 90, § 22H

Where to look:

Motor Vehicle Code

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