The opioid crisis, the rising cost of housing, and the Covid-19 pandemic have combined to increase the homeless population and those at the margins of society. This, in turn, has led to an increase in loitering, “aggressive” panhandling, and encampments by the homeless in our streets and public places. How can municipalities deal with these social and public safety problems in light of the First Amendment protections afforded to those who engage in these activities?
Course Content
12:00 pm - 12:05 pm- Welcome and Introduction
- Robert S. Arcangeli, Esq., City of Boston Law Department, Boston
- Henry C. Luthin, Esq., Boston, City of/Law Department, Boston
- Overview of Ordinances and By-Laws Limiting Loitering and Panhandling
- Panel
- Dealing with Encampments
- Panel
- Constitutional Limitations on Regulating Asking for Alms
- Preconditions for Encampment Removal
- “Ask the Experts” Q&A Session
- Please Note
- MCLE webcasts are delivered completely online, underscoring their convenience and appeal.
- There are no published print materials. All written materials are available electronically only.
Speakers
Chair- Henry C. Luthin, Esq., Boston, City of/Law Department, Boston
- Robert S. Arcangeli, Esq., City of Boston Law Department , Boston
