As defined in this chapter the following terms shall have the
meanings indicated:
AMUSEMENT GAME
Defined in MGL c. 140, § 177A, as "automatic amusement
device," is defined as "any mechanism whereby, upon the deposit therein
of a coin or token, any apparatus is released or set in motion or
put in a position where it may be set in motion for the purpose of
playing any game involving, in whole or in part, the skill of the
player, including, but not exclusively, such devices as are commonly
known as pinball machines including free play pinball machines." As
used in this chapter, "amusement game" shall not include keno, beano,
bingo, or other like games of chance with cash rewards or prizes,
or any game established or licensed by the Massachusetts State Lottery
Commission. This definition does not include a jukebox, rides, bowling
alleys, or any device maintained within a residence for the use of
the occupants thereof and their guests.
OWNER
A record owner, contract purchaser, lessee, assignee, bailee,
receiver or trustee.
PERSON
One or more individuals, a corporation, partnership, association,
trust or firm and any trustee, receiver or assignee.
TOWN
The Town of Braintree.
Any premises in the Town containing an amusement device or devices,
when open for the transaction of business, shall be subject to inspection
by any police officer.