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MA H849

Relative to graffiti


summary

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

Introduced Session

190th General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to establish penalties for persons found guilty of placing graffiti on property. The Judiciary.

AI Summary

This bill establishes penalties for persons found guilty of placing graffiti on property. It defines key terms such as "graffiti implement" and "public transportation vehicle," and outlines the specific penalties for different levels of property damage, including fines, community service, and driver's license suspension. The bill also creates a Graffiti Reward Fund to incentivize the public to provide information leading to the identification, apprehension, and conviction of graffiti offenders. Additionally, the bill provides legal protections for officers or employees of the commonwealth who may be involved in incidents related to graffiti violations.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4874 (on 08/09/2018)

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