Alpharetta tightens scalping rules as concerts near

Scalpers beware: Alpharetta is changing its ordinances to match state law, which prohibits scalping near a venue. Visitors to the Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre at Encore Park probably won't see too many people asking them if they need tickets, the watch words of a scalper.

"Certainly we are not expecting a lot of problems," said City Attorney Sam Thomas. He said city officials don't necessarily expect to have to charge someone with a violation of the law, but it is needed on the books so they can deal with potential problems. Council also adjusted its open container and disorderly contuct ordinances to prepare for concerts. The change was part of several adjustments to the City Code made with the amphitheater in mind.

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