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Introduced
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
192nd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation relative to vandalism and tagging. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill amends the existing Massachusetts law on vandalism and tagging. Specifically, it increases the maximum fine for acts of vandalism from $1,500 to $2,000. Additionally, if the property damaged is a war memorial, veterans' memorial, or religious memorial, the fine is doubled and the offender must perform at least 500 hours of court-approved community service. The bill also increases the minimum fine for tagging or defacing property from $1,500 to $2,000.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2665 (on 02/07/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S1119 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S1119.pdf |
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