Bill > H982

This bill aims to establish a penalty for blocking public ways and disrupting traffic. It proposes amending Chapter 266 of the law to make it a punishable offense, with a maximum sentence of one year in the House of Correction and a fine of up to $2,500, for anyone who knowingly stands or remains on a public way with the intent or effect of disputing traffic, or who erects or places a barrier on a public way that affects traffic. The bill also states that a conviction or finding of sufficient facts on any charge brought under this section will be considered prima facie evidence of liability in any action related to damage to property, including vehicles, continuing injury or death due to delays in receiving medical or emergency services, or property loss attributable to the delay in emergency vehicle response.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H982