Massachusetts · Massachusetts General Laws — Part IV, Title I, Crimes and Punishments

Mass. Gen. Laws (Crimes) § 271:24: Race tracks; owners, proprietors of, or persons present

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What this law says, in plain English

This statute provides limited immunity for race track owners and spectators from prosecution for betting violations occurring on their premises, unless they actively participate in or assist with betting activities.

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