c. 268, § 22

Delay of service of warrants

Fine only Courts & Justice Ch. 268 · Crimes Against Public Justice

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An officer who wilfully delays service of a warrant of arrest or a search warrant committed to him for service shall be punished by a fine of not more than fifty dollars.

Simplified explanation

An officer who wilfully delays serving an arrest warrant or search warrant faces a fine of up to $50.