Massachusetts § 61 - Buildings used by clubs for selling and distributing alcoholic beverages as common nuisances
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 61 — Buildings used by clubs for selling and distributing alcoholic beverages as common nuisances, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 61. Buildings used by clubs for selling and distributing alcoholic beverages as common nuisances
Section 61. All buildings or places used by clubs for the purpose of selling, distributing or dispensing alcoholic beverages to their members or others shall be deemed common nuisances unless duly licensed under this chapter. Whoever keeps or maintains, or assists in keeping or maintaining, such a common nuisance shall be punished by a fine of not less than fifty nor more than five hundred dollars or by imprisonment for not less than three months nor more than one year, or both.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 61
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 61 cover?
Section 61 ("Buildings used by clubs for selling and distributing alcoholic beverages as common nuisances") 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 § 61?
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Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
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