Cursing could soon lead to a $200 fine in Massachusetts [View all]

Cursing could soon cost you, if you happen to be in Massachusetts.

A state legislator has proposed a $200 fine for folks who use the b-word, according to ABC News. Repeat offenders could even face up to six months of jail time.

The bill aims to crack down on the use of the word “to accost, annoy or degrade” another person. Violators would be considered “a disorderly person.”

Violations could be reported by the person the word was directed at, or by witnesses.

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