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MA H1361

MA H1361
Relative to appeals


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Introduced Session

187th General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to appeals of certain parking violations. The Judiciary.

AI Summary

This bill amends Section 20A ½ of Chapter 90 of the General Laws, which pertains to parking violations, by changing how appeals are handled. Instead of allowing for "judicial review," which refers to a court's examination of the legality of a decision or action, the bill proposes that appeals for certain parking violations will now be handled through "review in small claims court." Small claims court is a simplified legal process designed for resolving disputes involving smaller amounts of money or less complex issues, making it more accessible for individuals to challenge parking tickets without needing to navigate the full judicial system.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4364 (on 07/31/2012)

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