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MA S1372

Relative to the illegal occupation of a building


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Introduced
01/23/2017
In Committee
03/05/2018
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018

Introduced Session

190th General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation relative to the illegal occupation of a building. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

AI Summary

This bill amends Chapter 148 of the General Laws to create a new Section 34E, which establishes penalties for owners, occupants, lessees, or other persons who knowingly, recklessly, or negligently cause or allow a building or structure to be illegally occupied. "Illegally occupied" is defined in seven specific ways, such as occupation without proper permits or certificates, exceeding occupancy load limits, or lacking adequate fire protection systems. The penalties include fines of up to $15,000 or imprisonment of up to 2.5 years for a first offense, and fines of up to $35,000 or up to 5 years in state prison for a second or subsequent offense.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means (on 03/05/2018)

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