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MA H3908
Authorizing the city of Lawrence to establish a program for enforcement against illegal bars and illegal casinos
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Introduced
06/24/2021
06/24/2021
In Committee
03/01/2022
03/01/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
192nd General Court
Bill Summary
That the city of Lawrence be authorized to establish a program for enforcement against illegal bars and illegal casinos. The Judiciary. [Local Approval Received.]
AI Summary
This bill authorizes the city of Lawrence to establish a program for enforcement against illegal bars and illegal casinos. It prohibits the manufacture, sale, or possession of alcoholic beverages without a license, and the operation of unlicensed premises where drinking of alcoholic liquor occurs for a fee. The city can enforce these provisions through criminal or civil actions, and violators may face fines or imprisonment. The bill also prohibits the operation of unlicensed gambling premises, and the city can issue citations for such violations. The bill specifies factors that may be used as evidence of a violation, and requires that all fines and penalties collected be paid to the city and deposited into an Illegal Bars and Casino Enforcement Fund, which the city can use to finance the enforcement of these provisions.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
No further action taken (on 01/03/2023)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H3908 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H3908.pdf |
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