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MA H1839
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
David Linsky
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AI Summary
- Amends Section 53 of Chapter 272 of the General Laws regarding disorderly persons and disturbers of the peace
- Adds jail time as a penalty option for certain disorderly conduct offenses under subsection (b), allowing up to 30 days in a jail or house of correction
- Current law provides for a $150 fine; this bill adds incarceration as an alternative or additional penalty
- Filed by Representative David Paul Linsky (5th Middlesex) on January 15, 2025
- Similar legislation was previously filed as House No. 1621 in the 2023-2024 session
Legislative Description
Relative to the penalty for disorderly persons
Last Action
Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order
10/20/2025
Committee Referrals
Judiciary2/27/2025
Full Bill Text
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