(NECN: Katelyn Tivnan, Boston) - The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court heard arguments Monday in a case to determine whether a question should be allowed on the November ballot asking voters if they want to repeal the state's 2011 casino law.
Attorneys on both sides of the issue presented their arguments. One side stated that the licensing agreements established between the state and gaming companies are not binding contracts, and therefore the voters have the right to revisit a law that impacts the public's morals and welfare.
The Attorney General's office has already ruled that the proposed referendum can't be placed on the ballot and that it violates the state's constitution, citing that it would impact implied contracts with gaming companies working in the state. The question could lead to the companies losing property without compensation.
Both sides argued what would and would not be considered a binding contract in the case.
The Attorney General's office also said that if the question is put on the ballot, it could open the state up to potential lawsuits.