Massachusetts § 184 - Entertainments at which alcoholic beverages are sold
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 184 — Entertainments at which alcoholic beverages are sold, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 184. Entertainments at which alcoholic beverages are sold
Section 184. Whoever offers to view, sets up, sets on foot, maintains or carries on a theatrical exhibition, public show, concert or dance hall exhibition, of any description, at which alcoholic beverages, as defined in section one of chapter one hundred and thirty-eight, are sold or exposed for sale with the consent of those who get up, set on foot or otherwise promote such exhibition or show, shall be punished by a fine of not more than five hundred dollars or by imprisonment for not more than two years, unless such exhibition or show has been duly licensed as provided by section one hundred and eight-one. This section shall not authorize the licensing of the sale of such beverages contrary to law.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 184
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 184 cover?
Section 184 ("Entertainments at which alcoholic beverages are sold") is part of the Massachusetts General Laws, the codified statutory law of Massachusetts. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Massachusetts § 184?
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Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
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How does Massachusetts § 184 apply to my situation?
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