Lynn cannot ban any dog breed. Massachusetts law (MGL c.140 §157) prohibits breed-specific legislation, so dangerous-dog decisions in Lynn are made on individual behavior, not breed.
Massachusetts prohibits breed-specific legislation: MGL c.140 §157 bars a city or town from regulating dogs in a manner specific to breed, so Lynn cannot ban pit bulls or any other breed. Dangerous and nuisance dog determinations are behavior-based and handled through a hearing before the mayor or a designee under MGL c.140 §157, which can order restraint, muzzling, or confinement of an individual dog. A private HOA or landlord may still impose breed rules, but those are contractual, not municipal law.
Failing to comply with a behavior-based dangerous-dog order, such as required muzzling or confinement, exposes the owner to further orders and penalties under MGL c.140 §157. Severe cases can lead to euthanasia orders.
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