Brookline Partiers to be Subject to Fines

By Patrick Gallagher

Assoc. News Editor

Next fall, Brookline residents who host excessively loud parties will be subject to fines by the police, as a result of a resolution that was passed at Wednesday’s annual town meeting.

According to a report by the Boston Globe, the law will allow police to levy a fine of $100 against party hosts and guests after the first incident, with subsequent violations resulting in fines up to $300. In addition, landlords would be held responsible for unruly gatherings under the new law.

Along with imposing fines, police will notify the schools of any students who are found responsible for hosting such parties. The violations will not be classified as criminal offenses, according to the Globe report.

While most BC students living off campus are not located in Brookline, the new law affects tenants living on portions of Beacon Street, Strathmore Road, and the surrounding area.