c. 266, § 117

Orchards and gardens; entry with intent to injure or destroy

Up to 6 months Property Crimes Ch. 266 · Crimes Against Property

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Whoever wilfully, intentionally and without right enters upon the orchard, garden or other improved land of another, with intent to cut, take, carry away, destroy or injure the trees, grain, grass, hay, fruit or vegetables there growing or being, shall be punished by imprisonment for not more than six months or by a fine of not more than five hundred dollars; and if the offence is committed on Sunday, or in disguise, or secretly in the night time, the imprisonment shall not be for less than five days nor the fine less than five dollars.

Simplified explanation

Wilfully and intentionally entering another's orchard, garden or improved land without right, intending to cut, take or destroy plants or produce, is punishable by up to six months or a $500 fine.