Massachusetts State Sign Regulations

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Our Massachusetts State-Specific Signs Compliance – Resource Bulletin will help you understand a variety of signage rules, regulations and requirements enacted in the state. Topics include:

  • No smoking signs
  • Swimming pool signs
  • Concealed weapon signs
  • Cell phone signs
  • Baby surrender signs

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Bulletin Overview

No Smoking Signs

The State of Massachusetts prohibits smoking in state owned vehicles, all public places, and workplaces including bars and restaurants. Exemptions to the statewide ban are granted to designated hotel/motel rooms, retail tobacco shops, cigar and hookah bars, and designated areas in nursing homes. The Massachusetts law became effective on 1/1/2004 and is administered by the Department of Health and Human Services. (M.G.L.270-22-b)

Swimming Pool Signs

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health stipulates the rules governing the use of public swimming pools and spas. The code became effective in 1998. (105 CMR 435.00)

Concealed Weapon Signs

The State of Massachusetts allows its residents to carry a concealed firearm (CCW) provided they have been issued a permit granted by a law enforcement official in the county or municipality in which they reside. Among the requirements for issuing a permit are; an applicant must be at least 21 years old, has not been convicted of a felony, has not been diagnosed with a serious mental illness or addiction to a controlled substance. There are certain places such as schools, courthouses, etc. where CCW is forbidden even with a permit. Massachusetts does not honor the CCW permits of a number of other states. (140 CMR 131)

Cell Phone Signs

The State of Massachusetts allows its residents to carry a concealed firearm (CCW) provided they have been issued a permit granted by a law enforcement official in the county or municipality in which they reside. Among the requirements for issuing a permit are; an applicant must be at least 21 years old, has not been convicted of a felony, has not been diagnosed with a serious mental illness or addiction to a controlled substance. There are certain places such as schools, courthouses, etc. where CCW is forbidden even with a permit. Massachusetts does not honor the CCW permits of a number of other states. (140 CMR 131)

Baby Surrender Signs

Since the first baby surrender (safe-haven) law was enacted in Texas in 1999, all U.S. states, as well as the District of Columbia, have passed safe-haven legislation. The laws allow an unharmed infant to be relinquished to the proper authorities.