Massachusetts S1231 amends laws to impose fines for littering in coastal and inland waters and public lands.
Massachusetts S1231 amends existing laws to impose fines for littering in coastal and inland waters and public lands. The bill sets a fine of up to $6,800 for the first offense and up to $18,750 for each subsequent offense for littering in coastal or inland waters or within 20 yards of such waters. For littering on public highways, other public lands, or private property, the fine is up to $5,500 for the first offense and up to $15,000 for each subsequent offense.
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