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Recreational Use Statute: 21-17C & 17D

Recreational Use Provisions: No liability for personal injury or property damage, including minors; except willful, wanton or reckless conduct.

Will a fee destroy protection: Yes, but voluntary contributions are permitted.

Effects of government involvement, government lessor/owner of land: Protection applies to land leased to state, implies that lease payments are not “charges” or “fees” but no clearly stated, consult an attorney. Voluntary contributions are not “charges” or “fees.”

Equine Liability Limitation Statute: 128-2D

Exception for Dangerous Latent Condition: Known, no warning signs

Willful or Wanton Misconduct Exception: Yes

Specific Language Required for Signs, Waivers and/or Contracts: Yes 128 M.G.L.A. 2D(d)

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