The recent article about pepper spray (News, “Students Carry Mace Illegally,” Oct. 18) is very good, but leaves out two salient points:
First, pepper spray is considered to be ammunition in Mass and a first offense for possession is good for up to 2 1/2 years in jail. Students need to be aware of this severe consequence.
Secondly, because pepper spray is ammunition, it’s illegal to possess it on school property, including a college campus, without explicit approval.
KEVIN MCDONOUGH
Pelham, New Hampshire
October 19
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