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MA H1695

MA H1695
Relative to landlords accountability with regard to drug houses


summary

Introduced
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

193rd General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to establish penalties for landlords knowingly providing premises to be used for illegal drug purposes. The Judiciary.

AI Summary

This bill establishes penalties for landlords who knowingly rent or allow their residential dwelling units to be used for the unlawful manufacturing, storage, distribution, or use of controlled substances. Landlords who violate this law can face civil penalties of up to $1,000 for the first offense, $5,000 for the second offense, and $10,000 for each subsequent offense, and may also face the forfeiture of the dwelling unit. The penalties collected will be used to fund drug awareness education, substance abuse counseling, and advocacy programs for youth, parents, and other interested adults.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4517 (on 06/05/2024)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1695
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1695.pdf
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