Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis, Title 9

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis, Title 9
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Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-101

(a) In this title: (1) except as provided in subsection (c) of this section, the definitions in § 1–101 of this article apply without exception or variation; and (2) the following words have the meanings indicated. (b) “Board” means the Board of License Commissioners for Allegany County. (c) The Board shall determine whether an establishment meets the definition of a “club” under § 1–101 of this article. (d) “County” means Allegany County. (e) “Light wine” means wine that contains not more than 15.5% of alcohol by volume.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-103

A copy of any legislation concerning alcoholic beverages enacted by the County Commissioners under this title shall be sent to the Department of Legislative Services, 90 State Circle, Annapolis, Maryland 21401.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-202

(a) (1) The Governor shall appoint three members to the Board. (2) The appointments shall be made: (i) if the Senate is in session, with the advice and consent of the Senate; or (ii) if the Senate is not in session, by the Governor alone. (b) (1) Each member of the Board shall be: (i) a resident and voter of the county; and (ii) an individual of high character and integrity and of recognized business capacity. (2) Two members of the Board of License Commissioners shall be members of the political party that at the last preceding general election polled the highest number of votes in the aggregate for seats on the Board of County Commissioners. (3) One member of the Board of License Commissioners shall be a member of the political party that at the last preceding general election polled the second highest number of votes in the aggregate for seats on the Board of County Commissioners. (c) (1) The term of a member is 6 years. (2) The terms of the members are staggered as required by the terms provided for members of the Board on July 1, 2016. (d) (1) The Governor shall appoint an eligible individual to fill a vacancy during the remainder of the term of office of the individual originally appointed in accordance with subsection (a) of this section. (2) A member who is appointed after a term has begun serves only for the rest of the term and until a successor is appointed and qualifies. (e) (1) The Governor may remove a member for misconduct in office, incompetence, or willful neglect of duty. (2) The Governor shall give a member who is charged a copy of the charges against the member and, with at least 10 days’ notice, an opportunity to be heard publicly in person or by counsel. (3) If a member is removed, the Governor shall file with the Office of the Secretary of State a statement of charges against the member and the findings of the Governor on the charges.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-204

(a) In accordance with Title 28, Subtitle 1 of the Local Government Article, the County Commissioners shall set the annual salary of the members of the Board. (b) The Board may: (1) employ: (i) a secretary; (ii) inspectors; and (iii) clerical and other assistants as are necessary; and (2) set the compensation of the employees, subject to subsection (c)(3) of this section. (c) (1) The chair of the Board shall submit to the Director of Finance of the county the total amount of the Board’s budget, including: (i) salaries for members and employees of the Board; and (ii) all other necessary expenses. (2) From the receipts collected by the Board, the County Commissioners shall pay: (i) the salaries of the members and employees of the Board once every 2 weeks; and (ii) the expenses of the Board on written approval of the chair of the Board. (3) The salaries and expenses of the employees of the Board are subject to the approval of the County Commissioners.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-205

(a) An inspector has all the powers of a peace officer or sheriff in the State arising out of or relating to the enforcement of this article. (b) An inspector shall take the oath required by Article I, § 9 of the Maryland Constitution. (c) (1) An inspector shall provide a penalty bond of $2,000 to the Board and the County Commissioners jointly on the condition that the inspector faithfully perform the duties of office. (2) The county shall pay the cost of the bond.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-401

(a) The following sections of Title 2, Subtitle 2 (“Manufacturer’s Licenses”) of Division I of this article apply in the county without exception or variation: (1) § 2–201 (“Issuance by Comptroller”); (2) § 2–202 (“Class 1 distillery license”); (3) § 2–203 (“Class 9 limited distillery license”); (4) § 2–204 (“Class 2 rectifying license”); (5) § 2–205 (“Class 3 winery license”); (6) § 2–206 (“Class 4 limited winery license”); (7) § 2–207 (“Class 5 brewery license”); (8) § 2–210 (“Class 8 farm brewery license”); (9) § 2–211 (“Residency requirement”); (10) § 2–212 (“Additional licenses”); (11) § 2–213 (“Additional fees”); (12) § 2–214 (“Sale or delivery restricted”); (13) § 2–215 (“Beer sale on credit to retail dealer prohibited”); (14) § 2–216 (“Interaction between manufacturing entities and retailers”); (15) § 2–217 (“Distribution of alcoholic beverages — Prohibited practices”); and (16) § 2–218 (“Restrictive agreements between producers and retailers — Prohibited”). (b) Section 2–208 (“Class 6 pub–brewery license”) does not apply in the county. (c) Section 2–209 (“Class 7 micro–brewery license”) of Division I of this article applies in the county, subject to § 9–403 of this subtitle.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-403

(a) This section applies to a Class 7 micro–brewery license in the county. (b) A holder of the license: (1) may brew a malt beverage in one location and contract for the bottling of the malt beverage in another location; and (2) (i) shall meet the requirements for a restaurant for which a Class B beer, wine, and liquor license is sought; but (ii) need not meet the requirements for a hotel or motel for which a Class B beer, wine, and liquor license is sought; and (3) is not subject to the manufacturing and licensing prohibitions under § 2–209(e) of this article.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-502

(a) Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section and § 9–503 of this subtitle, a holder of a wholesaler’s license may sell or deliver alcoholic beverages to a holder of a retail license from 6 a.m. to midnight on every day except Sunday. (b) A holder of a beer wholesaler’s license may deliver draft beer to a holder of a retail license on Sunday.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-503

(a) A holder of a wholesaler’s license may enter into an agreement with a holder of a per diem license issued under Subtitle 13 of this title to deliver beer on the effective date of the per diem license and accept returns on the same day. (b) The agreement entered into under subsection (a) of this section shall include the type of equipment, services, personnel, and supplies required to dispense draft beer.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-505

The holder of a Class 1 or Class 2 wholesaler’s license may not sell liquor in a container smaller than 23 ounces or 680 milliliters to a holder of a per diem license issued under § 9–1307 of this title.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-601

(a) There is a Class A beer license. (b) (1) The license authorizes the license holder to sell beer at retail to consumers at the place described in the license. (2) The license holder shall sell the beer in a sealed package or container. (3) The package or container may not be opened and its contents may not be consumed on: (i) the premises where the beer was sold; or (ii) any premises in which the license holder has a direct or indirect interest. (c) The annual license fee is $125.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-603

(a) There is a Class C beer license. (b) The license authorizes the license holder to sell beer at retail to members of a club and their guests at the place described in the license for on– and off–premises consumption. (c) The annual license fee is $150.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-604

(a) There is a Class D beer license. (b) (1) Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, the license authorizes the license holder to sell beer at retail at the place described in the license for on– and off–premises consumption. (2) A license may not be issued for a drugstore. (c) The annual license fee is $200.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-801

(a) There is a Class A beer and light wine license. (b) (1) The license authorizes the license holder to sell beer and light wine, at retail, at the place described in the license. (2) The license holder shall sell the beer and light wine in a sealed package or container. (3) The package or container may not be opened and its contents may not be consumed on: (i) the premises where the beer or light wine is sold; or (ii) a premises in which the license holder has a direct or indirect interest. (c) The annual license fee is $150.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-803

(a) There is a Class B–MB (micro–brewery/restaurant) license. (b) The Board may issue the license to a holder of a Class 7 micro–brewery license. (c) The license authorizes the license holder to sell at retail: (1) beer and light wine by the drink or bottle and liquor by the drink for on–premises consumption, including: (i) in a banquet room or banquet facility that is on the licensed premises; and (ii) on a patio that is part of the licensed premises as evidenced by lease documents or by agreement of the owner of the licensed premises; and (2) beer and light wine by the bottle for off–premises consumption. (d) The hours and days of sale are: (1) for on–premises consumption: (i) from Monday through Saturday, from 7 a.m. to 2 a.m. the following day; and (ii) on Sunday, from 1 p.m. to 2 a.m. the following day; and (2) for off–premises consumption, from Monday through Saturday, from 7 a.m. to 2 a.m. the following day. (e) The annual license fee is $900.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-804

(a) There is a Class C beer and light wine license. (b) The license authorizes the license holder to sell beer and light wine to a member of a club and a guest of the member, at retail, at the place described in the license, for on– and off–premises consumption. (c) The annual license fee is $150.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-805

(a) There is a Class D beer and light wine license. (b) The license authorizes the license holder to sell beer and light wine, at retail, at the place described in the license, for on– and off–premises consumption. (c) The license may not be issued for use by a drugstore. (d) The annual license fee is $210.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-901

(a) There is a Class A beer, wine, and liquor license. (b) (1) The license authorizes the license holder to sell beer, wine, and liquor at retail at the place described in the license. (2) The license holder shall deliver the beer, wine, or liquor in a sealed package or container that may not be opened or its contents consumed on the licensed premises or on a premises in which the license holder has a direct or indirect interest. (c) A license may not be issued for a drugstore unless the applicant: (1) has been doing business at the location applied for in the license for at least 1 year before the date of the application for the license; (2) is the assignee of a business established for at least 1 year before the date of the application for the license at the location applied for; or (3) has been engaged in the retail drug business for at least 3 years. (d) The annual license fee is $650.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-902

(a) There is a Class B beer, wine, and liquor license. (b) The Board may issue the license to the owner of a hotel that: (1) is in a building at least three stories tall that was originally constructed for hotel purposes; (2) has a capital investment of at least $500,000; and (3) contains: (i) at least one passenger elevator; (ii) at least 100 rooms for the accommodation of the public; and (iii) a dining room with facilities for preparing and serving regular meals for at least 125 individuals at one seating. (c) (1) The license authorizes the license holder to sell beer, wine, and liquor by the drink for on–premises consumption. (2) Subject to paragraph (3) of this subsection, the Board may issue the license for use by a restaurant: (i) in a hotel or motel with at least 100 bedrooms for public accommodation; or (ii) operated in conjunction with a Class 7 micro–brewery. (3) To be licensed, a restaurant: (i) shall be in a permanent building with ample space and accommodations for preparing, serving, and selling meals to the public during business hours; (ii) shall derive at least 60% of its gross monthly revenue from the sale of food; (iii) shall provide waiters to serve customers who are seated at tables for dining; and (iv) may not be a fast–food style facility. (d) The license is exempt from any license population quota limitation. (e) The license may not be transferred to another location. (f) The annual license fee is $800.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-902.1

§9–902.1. (a) There is a Class B–D beer, wine, and liquor license. (b) The Board may issue the license for use by a restaurant that: (1) is located in a permanent building with ample space and accommodations; (2) commonly offers hot and cold meals that are prepared, sold, and served to the public during regular business hours; (3) maintains a menu that advertises a variety of food that the establishment serves; (4) serves food at all times whenever alcoholic beverages are being served or consumed; and (5) has, on an annual basis, gross sales of food and nonalcoholic beverages that exceed its gross sales of alcoholic beverages. (c) The license authorizes the license holder to sell beer, wine, and liquor for on–premises consumption. (d) (1) (i) Once every licensing cycle, the license holder shall comply with a request from the Board to submit a Food Alcohol Ratio Report covering 2 preceding quarters that the Board selects to demonstrate compliance with the annual gross sales requirement under subsection (b)(5) of this section. (ii) To enforce this paragraph, the Board may: 1. request a license holder to provide supporting data or additional information; 2. impose a fine on a license holder; or 3. suspend a license. (2) A license holder or the license holder’s accountant shall complete, sign, and provide for the notarization of the Food Alcohol Ratio Report. (3) When submitting a Food Alcohol Ratio Report, the license holder shall include a current menu, information on hours of operation, and sales amounts and percentages for food, nonalcoholic beverages, and alcoholic beverages for the time period requested. (e) As a prerequisite for the renewal of the license, the license holder shall demonstrate compliance with the annual gross sales requirement under subsection (b)(5) of this section. (f) The license holder may sell beer, wine, and liquor during the hours and days set out for a Class B–D beer, wine, and liquor license under § 9–2004 of this title. (g) The annual license fee is $700.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-903

(a) There is a Class C beer, wine, and liquor license. (b) The license authorizes the license holder to sell beer, wine, and liquor at retail at a club, at the place described in the license, for on– or off–premises consumption. (c) The annual license fee is $500.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-904

(a) There is a Class D beer, wine, and liquor license. (b) The license authorizes the license holder to sell beer, wine, and liquor at retail at the place described in the license, for on– and off–premises consumption. (c) The license may not be issued for use by a drugstore. (d) The annual license fee is $700.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-905

(a) There is a Class L beer, wine, and liquor license. (b) The Board may issue the license to the holder of a manufacturer’s license. (c) The license authorizes the license holder, for on–premises consumption, to: (1) sell beer, wine, and liquor produced by the holder or another holder of a manufacturer’s license; and (2) provide a sample of the beer, wine, or liquor that is authorized under item (1) of this subsection at no cost. (d) The hours of sale for a Class L beer, wine, and liquor license are the same as those for the underlying manufacturer’s license. (e) The annual license fee is $250.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-1001

(a) There is a Class B–BT (buffet theater) beer, light wine, and liquor license. (b) The Board may issue the license for the use of an establishment that: (1) is operated as a nonprofit professional theater; (2) provides to the customers of the establishment live Broadway–style musicals, comedy, drama, live acoustic–style music, or feature films; and (3) is open to the public by reservation. (c) The Class B–BT license authorizes the license holder to sell at retail beer and light wine by the drink or by the bottle and liquor by the drink only for on–premises consumption and in conjunction with the buffet theater. (d) (1) The license holder may sell beer and light wine for on–premises consumption beginning 2 hours before the performance, during the performance, and for 2 hours after the end of the performance on: (i) Monday through Saturday; and (ii) Sunday no earlier than 1 p.m. (2) The license holder may not sell beer, wine, or liquor: (i) for off–premises consumption by the drink or by the bottle; or (ii) at any time except in conjunction with the buffet theater. (e) The annual fee for the license is $350.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-1001.1

§9–1001.1. (a) There is a Class B–TM (theater/museum) beer, wine, and liquor license. (b) The Board may issue the license for the use of a theater/museum that has a ballroom with seating for a maximum of 300 individuals per event. (c) The license authorizes the license holder to sell at retail beer, wine, and liquor for on–premises consumption and in conjunction with: (1) a regular exhibit opening; or (2) a fund–raising event for the benefit of the theater/museum. (d) The license holder may sell beer, wine, and liquor for on–premises consumption on Sunday through Saturday beginning 2 hours before the exhibit opening or event, during the exhibit opening or event, and for 2 hours after the end of the exhibit opening or event. (e) (1) A license on behalf of the theater/museum shall be applied for and issued to the president and two other officers of the theater/museum. (2) At least two of the applicants shall be residents of the county. (f) The annual fee for the license is $350.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-1001.2

§9–1001.2. (a) There is a gift basket permit. (b) (1) The Board may issue the permit to a person: (i) whose primary business is the sale and delivery of: 1. flowers; or 2. gift baskets of flowers, food, or other items; and (ii) who does not hold any other alcoholic beverages license or permit under this article. (2) The Board may not issue the permit for use in conjunction with or on the premises of a chain store, supermarket, or discount house. (c) A holder of the permit: (1) may sell and deliver, to consumers of a legal drinking age located in the county, gift baskets containing: (i) not more than 72 ounces of beer; (ii) not more than 2.25 liters of wine; or (iii) not more than 2.25 liters of liquor; and (2) shall maintain records and submit reports as required by the Board. (d) (1) Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, the permit holder or an employee of the permit holder shall: (i) deliver the gift basket containing alcoholic beverages; and (ii) require the person receiving a delivery of a gift basket containing alcoholic beverages to display proof that the person is at least 21 years old. (2) An individual who delivers a gift basket containing alcoholic beverages shall be at least 21 years old. (e) The holder’s annual sales from alcoholic beverages may not exceed 10% of the holder’s annual gross sales. (f) The alcoholic beverages contained in a gift basket shall be purchased from a retail license holder. (g) The Board shall adopt regulations to carry out this section. (h) The fee for a gift basket permit is $100.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-1002

(a) (1) In this section the following words have the meanings indicated. (2) “Concessionaire” means a lessee, a sublessee, or any other operator of an establishment that: (i) engages in the sale of beer, wine, and liquor by the drink or by the bottle on its premises for consumption anywhere in a video lottery facility; and (ii) is operated as a concession independent of a Class BWL–VLF license. (3) “Video lottery facility” means a facility that holds a license under Title 9, Subtitle 1A of the State Government Article. (b) There is a Class BWL–VLC (video lottery concessionaire) beer, wine, and liquor license. (c) The Board may issue the license to one or more concessionaires operating in a video lottery facility. (d) (1) The license authorizes: (i) the license holder to sell beer, wine, and liquor on the premises of the concessionaire for consumption: 1. anywhere in the video lottery facility; or 2. on grounds controlled by the Class BWL–VLF license holder, as defined in the Class BWL–VLF license; (ii) the playing of music and dancing; and (iii) the sale and providing of beer, wine, and liquor throughout the video lottery facility and grounds controlled by the Class BWL–VLF license holder during those days and hours that the video lottery facility is open for business. (2) Beer, wine, and liquor purchased under a Class BWL–VLC license may be taken anywhere in the video lottery facility or on grounds controlled by the Class BWL–VLF license holder, as defined in the Class BWL–VLF license. (e) The hours for the sale of alcoholic beverages under the license are the same as the hours of operation of a video lottery facility. (f) (1) The annual license fee is $5,000. (2) The fee shall be paid to the Board on or before May 1. (g) A penalty or other sanction that is imposed for a violation of a regulation of the Board on the licensed premises of a holder of a Class BWL–VLC license shall apply to the concessionaire that the Board determines to be responsible for the violation.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-1003

(a) In this section, “video lottery facility” means a facility that holds a license under Title 9, Subtitle 1A of the State Government Article. (b) There is a Class BWL–VLF (video lottery facility) beer, wine, and liquor license. (c) (1) The Board may issue the license to an individual or entity that owns a video lottery facility that contains at least one food service facility, bar, or lounge. (2) The Board may not require an applicant for the license to meet any location, voting, or residency requirement. (d) (1) The license authorizes: (i) the license holder to sell beer, wine, and liquor by the drink and by the bottle on the premises of the video lottery facility for consumption: 1. anywhere in the video lottery facility; or 2. on grounds controlled by the license holder, as defined in the license; (ii) the playing of music and dancing; and (iii) the sale and providing of beer, wine, and liquor throughout the video lottery facility and grounds controlled by the license holder during the days and hours that the video lottery facility is open for business. (2) Beer, wine, and liquor purchased under the license may be taken anywhere in the video lottery facility or on grounds controlled by the license holder, as defined in the license. (e) The hours for the sale of alcoholic beverages under the license are the same as the hours of operation of a video lottery facility. (f) (1) The annual license fee is $15,000. (2) The fee shall be paid to the Board on or before May 1.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-1004

(a) There is a Class C (volunteer company) beer, wine, and liquor license. (b) The Board may issue the license for use by: (1) a volunteer fire company; (2) a volunteer ambulance company; or (3) a combined volunteer fire and ambulance company. (c) The license authorizes the license holder to sell beer, wine, and liquor for on–premises or off–premises consumption. (d) A customer need not be a member of the company for which the license is issued or a member’s guest. (e) The license holder may sell beer, wine, and liquor during the hours and days as set out for a Class C beer, wine, and liquor license under § 9–2004 of this title. (f) The annual license fee is $500.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-1101

(a) The following sections of Title 4, Subtitle 11 (“Additional License Privileges”) of Division I of this article apply in the county without exception or variation: (1) § 4–1102 (“Corkage – Consuming wine not purchased from license holder on licensed premises”); and (2) § 4–1103 (“Removal of partially consumed bottle of wine from licensed premises”). (b) The following sections of Title 4, Subtitle 11 (“Additional License Privileges”) of Division I of this article do not apply in the county: (1) § 4–1104 (“Refillable container permit – Draft beer”); and (2) § 4–1105 (“Refillable container permit – Wine”).

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-1102

(a) Subject to subsection (b) of this section, the Board may issue to a holder of a Class D beer or Class D beer and light wine license a permit that allows the sale of beer, wine, and liquor by the drink for on–premises consumption. (b) The permit holder: (1) may continue to sell beer or beer and light wine for on– or off–premises consumption; but (2) may not: (i) sell liquor for off–premises consumption; or (ii) purchase or possess liquor on the premises in a container smaller than 23 ounces or 680 milliliters. (c) Application for the permit may be made not less than 30 days before the day on which the permit is to take effect. (d) (1) Not more than 50 permits may be in existence at any one time. (2) A license holder who is issued a permit shall receive a pro rata credit for the unexpired part of the license held when the license holder is issued the permit. (e) The annual permit fee is $500.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-1301

(a) The following sections of Title 4, Subtitle 12 (“Temporary Licenses”) of Division I of this article apply in the county without exception or variation: (1) § 4–1206 (“License to dispose of stock”); (2) § 4–1207 (“Temporary move of licensed premises”); (3) § 4–1208 (“Hours and days of sale”); and (4) § 4–1209 (“Wine permit for fund–raising event”). (b) The following sections of Title 4, Subtitle 12 (“Temporary Licenses”) of Division I of this article do not apply in the county: (1) § 4–1202 (“Per diem licenses”), which is superseded by § 9–1307 of this subtitle; (2) § 4–1203 (“Class C per diem beer and Class C per diem beer and wine licenses”), which is superseded by § 9–1309 of this subtitle; (3) § 4–1204 (“Class C per diem beer, wine, and liquor license”), which is superseded by § 9–1309 of this subtitle; and (4) § 4–1205 (“License fees”), which is superseded by § 9–1308 of this subtitle.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-1304

(a) There is a Class D (on–sale) beer and wine Arts and Entertainment District license. (b) The Board may issue the license to a for–profit festival promoter. (c) (1) The license authorizes the holder to exercise any of the privileges conferred by the license at an entertainment event that is held in an arts and entertainment district in the county. (2) During the event for which the license is issued, an individual, within the approved event area in the arts and entertainment district and with a designated container unique to the event, may: (i) purchase beer or wine from the license holder, or purchase beer or wine from, and consume on the premises of, any other license holder with on–sale privileges within the approved event area; (ii) transport the beer or wine in the designated container to the premises of another license holder with on–sale privileges within the approved event area; and (iii) consume the beer or wine within the approved event area, including the premises of any license holder with on–sale privileges. (d) (1) An applicant for the license shall submit an application under oath on the form that the Board provides. (2) Subtitles 14 and 15 of this title do not apply to an applicant for the license. (e) (1) The license holder: (i) at the entertainment event for which the license is issued shall distribute a wristband to each individual who is at least 21 years old; and (ii) may not serve beer or wine to an individual who does not wear a wristband. (2) A person who violates this subsection is subject to: (i) for a first offense, a fine of $250; and (ii) for a second offense, a fine not exceeding $1,000 and denial of further applications for a Class D (on–sale) beer and wine Arts and Entertainment District license. (f) The license holder may hold another license of a different class or nature. (g) The license: (1) may be used for a maximum of 3 consecutive days; and (2) may not be issued to an individual for–profit festival promoter more than once in a calendar year. (h) The license fee is $500 per day.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-1304.1

§9–1304.1. (a) (1) There is a beer and wine festival license. (2) The Board may issue one festival license each year. (b) The Board may issue the license to a holder of a retail license, Class 3 winery license, or Class 4 limited winery license. (c) The license authorizes the holder to display and sell: (1) wine that is: (i) manufactured and processed in any state; and (ii) distributed in the State when the license application is filed; or (2) beer that is brewed by a brewer: (i) that brews less than 60,000 barrels of beer annually; and (ii) whose product is distributed in the State when the license application is filed. (d) A license holder shall display and sell beer and wine: (1) at retail for on– and off–premises consumption; and (2) during the hours and days designated for the festival. (e) The Board: (1) each year may choose 1 weekend, Friday through Sunday inclusive, for the festival; (2) may not choose the weekend selected for the Maryland Wine Festival in Carroll County; (3) shall choose a location that is not already licensed; and (4) shall ensure that the primary focus of the festival is the promotion of Maryland beer and wine. (f) The license holder may hold another license of a different class or nature. (g) Beer and wine displayed and sold shall be: (1) invoiced to the license holder by a wholesaler, Class 3 winery, or Class 4 limited winery; and (2) delivered to the festival from the licensed premises of the wholesaler, Class 3 winery, or Class 4 limited winery. (h) A holder of a wholesale, Class 3 winery, or Class 4 limited winery license may enter into an agreement with the license holder to: (1) deliver beer and wine not earlier than 2 days before the effective date of the license; and (2) accept returns not later than 2 days after the expiration date of the license. (i) The Board may set the license fee. (j) The Board shall adopt regulations to carry out this section.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-1305

(a) There is a Class BWLT beer, wine, and liquor tasting permit. (b) The Board may issue the permit to a holder of a beer, wine, and liquor license. (c) The permit authorizes the holder to allow the on–premises consumption, for tasting, of beer, wine, and liquor. (d) The permit holder shall notify the Board at least 7 days before a tasting event is to be held. (e) (1) The annual fee for a Class BWLT beer, wine, and liquor tasting permit is $150. (2) The annual fee is in addition to: (i) a one–time issuing fee of $150 for a new Class BWLT beer, wine, and liquor tasting permit; and (ii) the annual fee for the underlying beer, wine, and liquor license. (f) The Board shall adopt regulations to carry out this section.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-1307

(a) The Board may grant a per diem license of any retail class. (b) A per diem license authorizes the holder to exercise any of the privileges conferred by the class of the license: (1) at an entertainment event held by a club; (2) at the place described in the license; and (3) for a period not exceeding: (i) 7 consecutive days for a beer or a beer and light wine license; or (ii) 14 consecutive days for a beer, wine, and liquor license.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-1309

(a) The Board may issue a per diem entertainment license of any class. (b) The license authorizes the holder to exercise a privilege conferred by that class of license at an entertainment event only on property that the county owns. (c) To qualify for the license, a person shall submit an application not less than 30 days before the day on which the license is to take effect. (d) The license is valid for a period not exceeding 5 consecutive days. (e) (1) The fee for the license shall be set by the Board of County Commissioners on the recommendation of the Board of License Commissioners. (2) The Board of County Commissioners shall: (i) distribute $100 of the license fee to the Board of License Commissioners; and (ii) donate the balance of the license fee to a charitable organization that is tax exempt under § 501(c)(3) or (4) of the United States Internal Revenue Code. (3) The license holder, with the approval of the Board of County Commissioners, shall designate the charitable organization to be the recipient of the donation under paragraph (2)(ii) of this subsection.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-1401

(a) The following sections of Title 4, Subtitle 1 (“Applications for Local Licenses”) of Division I of this article apply in the county without exception or variation: (1) § 4–102 (“Applications to be filed with local licensing board”); (2) § 4–103 (“Application on behalf of partnership”); (3) § 4–104 (“Application on behalf of corporation or club”); (4) § 4–105 (“Application on behalf of limited liability company”); (5) § 4–106 (“Payment of notice expenses”); (6) § 4–108 (“Application form required by Comptroller”); (7) § 4–111 (“Payment of license fees”); (8) § 4–113 (“Refund of license fees”); and (9) § 4–114 (“Fees for licenses issued for less than 1 year”). (b) Section 4–107 (“Criminal history records check”) of Division I of this article does not apply in the county. (c) The following sections of Title 4, Subtitle 1 (“Applications for Local Licenses”) of Division I of this article apply in the county: (1) § 4–109 (“Required information on application — In general”), in addition to § 9–1403 of this subtitle; (2) § 4–110 (“Required information on application — Petition of support”), in addition to § 9–1404 of this subtitle; and (3) § 4–112 (“Disposition of license fees”), in addition to § 9–1405 of this subtitle.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-1403

An application shall include: (1) a statement that the applicant is at least 21 years old; (2) a statement that the applicant, for the issuance or renewal of a license, will produce on request all records that an applicant under this article is required to keep: (i) to the Comptroller, a deputy Comptroller, the county sheriff, the Executive Director, or the police of a municipality in the county; or (ii) in a proceeding before the Board or the circuit court for the county relating to the license or business; (3) the names of two persons or the name of a bonding company authorized under this article who will act as a surety on the bond required by the county; (4) a statement of all persons interested in the license, including the name of a business entity on whose behalf the license application is made; and (5) certificates of receipt from the County Tax and Utility Office and the State Department of Assessments and Taxation, showing that, for the calendar year immediately before the year for which the license is to be issued, there are no unpaid taxes on the merchandise, fixtures, or inventory for the business due to the State, county, or municipality in which the licensed activity is to be carried on.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-1404

(a) (1) With the license application, the applicant shall submit a petition signed by at least 10 residents, voters, or property owners who: (i) have not signed any other petition for a license; and (ii) live or own property in the vicinity of the place for which the license application is made. (2) The petition shall state the full name, residence, or property owned of each person who signs the petition. (3) Each person who signs the petition shall certify that the person: (i) has been acquainted with the applicant for more than 1 year before the date that license application is made; (ii) has good reason to believe that all the statements in the petition are true; and (iii) requests that the petition be approved and that the license be issued. (b) The applicant shall verify the petition by affidavit made before a notary or the clerk of the circuit court.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-1405

(a) The Board shall process and the Director of Finance shall collect the fees. (b) From the fees collected from licenses issued to a business in a municipality, the Director of Finance shall: (1) credit 5% to the general fund of the county to cover administrative costs; and (2) pay 50% of the remaining fees to the municipality where the business is located.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-1501

(a) The following sections of Title 4, Subtitle 2 (“Issuance or Denial of Local Licenses”) of Division I of this article apply in the county without exception or variation: (1) §�4–205�(“Chain store, supermarket, or discount house”); (2) §�4–206�(“Limitations on retail sales floor space”); (3) §�4–207�(“Licenses issued to minors”); (4) §�4–211�(“License forms; effective date; expiration”); (5) §�4–212�(“License not property”); (6) §�4–213�(“Replacement licenses”); and (7) §�4–214�(“Waiting periods after denial of license applications”). (b) The following sections of Title 4, Subtitle 2 (“Issuance or Denial of Local Licenses”) of Division I of this article do not apply in the county: (1) §�4–208�(“Notice of license application required”) and is superseded by § 9–1504 of this subtitle; and (2) §�4–210�(“Approval or denial of license application”) and is superseded by §�9–1506 of this subtitle. (c) The following sections of Title 4, Subtitle 2 (“Issuance or Denial of Local Licenses”) of Division I of this article apply in the county: (1) §�4–202�(“Authority of local licensing boards”), subject to § 9–1502 of this subtitle; (2) §�4–203�(“Prohibition against issuing multiple licenses to individual or for use of entity”), subject to § 9–1503 of this subtitle and Subtitle 13, Part III of this title; (3) §�4–204�(“Prohibition against issuing multiple licenses for same premises”), subject to § 9–1503 of this subtitle; and (4) §�4–209�(“Hearing”), in addition to § 9–1505 of this subtitle.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-1503

Multiple licenses may be issued for the same premises or to an individual for the use of that individual, a partnership, a corporation, an unincorporated association, or a limited liability company if: (1) the licenses are Class D beer or Class D beer and light wine licenses; and (2) each premises is a bowling establishment that has at least 30 lanes with automatic pinsetters.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-1504

(a) (1) The Board shall publish a notice of the license application once a week for 2 consecutive weeks in at least one newspaper of general circulation in the municipality nearest to the location described in the application, as determined by the applicant. (2) The notice shall state: (i) the residence of the applicant; and (ii) the location described in the application and the owner of the location. (3) The first publication under this subsection shall be at least 15 days before the application hearing. (b) (1) In addition to the newspaper notice required under § 4–208 of this article, the Board shall post a suitable notice in a conspicuous place at the location described in the application for at least 10 days before the application hearing. (2) A notice under this subsection shall state the class of license for which application is made and the date, time, and location set by the Board for an application hearing.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-1505

In a hearing on an application or protest, the general reputation of the following is admissible: (1) the applicant or license holder; (2) the location described in the application; and (3) the persons who congregate at the location described in the application.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-1506

(a) The Board may deny a license application if it decides that: (1) the applicant is unfit to be issued the license; or (2) the location described in the application is not a proper one with reference to ensuring the public peace, general welfare, or character of the neighborhood. (b) Due regard shall be given to the number of licenses issued for a neighborhood.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-1601

(a) The Board may: (1) restrict the number of licenses in a neighborhood to the number of licenses that the Board considers sufficient; (2) regulate the use of mechanical music boxes and other sound–making devices; and (3) specify areas in which licenses will not be issued. (b) An applicant or license holder who is aggrieved by any limitation, restriction, or prohibition imposed by the Board under subsection (a) of this section may petition for judicial review.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-1602

(a) Subject to subsection (b) of this section, the Board may not issue: (1) Class A and Class D beer, wine, and liquor licenses so that the number of licenses issued in each of these classes exceeds one for every 1,300 residents in the county, as determined by the latest federal census; and (2) Class A and Class D beer licenses or Class A and Class D beer and light wine licenses so that the aggregate number in these classes exceeds one for every 1,300 residents in the county, as determined by the latest federal census. (b) The Board may approve the transfer of a license.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-1603

(a) This section applies to: (1) Class A beer licenses, beer and light wine licenses, and beer, wine, and liquor licenses; (2) Class B beer licenses, beer and light wine licenses, and beer, wine, and liquor licenses; and (3) Class D beer, wine, and liquor licenses. (b) Except as provided in subsection (c) of this section, the Board may not issue a license specified in subsection (a) of this section to a person whose establishment is outside: (1) a municipality; or (2) a community with at least 500 residents in a 1–mile radius. (c) Subject to subsection (d) of this section, the prohibition against issuing a license in subsection (b) of this section does not apply to: (1) a restaurant that derives more than 50% of its average monthly gross receipts from sales other than alcoholic beverages; or (2) a hotel or motel that has at least 20 rooms regularly for hire and that offers meals for sale as a regular and substantial part of its business. (d) A license issued under subsection (c) of this section may not be reissued, renewed, or transferred if the license holder fails to continue to comply with the requirements of this section.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-1605

A Class A, Class B, or Class D beer, wine, and liquor license may not be issued for, transferred to, used in conjunction with, used at a location having a direct or indirect connection with, or used at the location of: (1) a chain store; (2) a supermarket; or (3) a discount house.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-1606

(a) Except for a club, hotel, or motel, the Board may not issue a license for an establishment that does not front on a public street. (b) A blind or an obstruction may not prevent an individual passing along the street from having a full view of the licensed premises.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-1701

(a) The following sections of Title 4, Subtitle 3 (“Transfer of Local Licenses; Substitution of Names on License”) of Division I of this article apply in the county without exception or variation: (1) § 4–303 (“Chain store, supermarket, or discount house”); (2) § 4–304 (“Compliance with Bulk Transfers Act required”); and (3) § 4–306 (“Substitution of names of officers on license”). (b) The following sections of Title 4, Subtitle 3 (“Transfer of Local Licenses; Substitution of Names on License”) of Division I of this article apply in the county: (1) § 4–302 (“Transfer of place of business; transfer of license and inventory”), subject to § 9–1702 of this subtitle; and (2) § 4–305 (“Filing fee and endorsement”), subject to § 9–1703 of this subtitle.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-1702

The Board may not allow the transfer of a license unless the Board is presented with a receipt or certificate from the Director of Finance showing that all personal property taxes due the county or the State are paid.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-1802

Notwithstanding § 9–1502 of this title, the Board may renew a Class A or Class D beer license, beer and light wine license, or beer, wine, and liquor license originally issued to a holder of an out–of–state alcoholic beverages license.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-1901

(a) The following sections of Title 4, Subtitle 5 (“Conduct of Local License Holders”) of Division I of this article apply in the county without exception or variation: (1) § 4–502 (“Storage of alcoholic beverages”); (2) § 4–503 (“Solicitations and sales outside of licensed premises”); (3) § 4–505 (“Alcohol awareness program”); (4) § 4–506 (“Evidence of purchaser’s age”); (5) § 4–507 (“Retail delivery of alcoholic beverages”); and (6) § 4–508 (“Display of license”). (b) Section 4–504 (“Employment of underage individuals”) of Division I of this article applies in the county, subject to § 9–1902 of this subtitle.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-1902

(a) (1) Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, a license holder may employ an individual between the ages of 18 and 21 years. (2) A license holder that derives more than half of its revenues from the sale of food may employ an individual between the ages of 16 and 21 years. (b) To be allowed to sell or serve beer, light wine, and liquor, an individual shall be at least 18 years old.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-1903

(a) Subject to subsections (b) and (c) of this section, a Class C or Class D license holder may allow individuals under the age of 21 years on the premises to hold or attend a dance or other function at which individuals under the age of 21 years may be present. (b) Alcoholic beverages may not be sold at the function or be present in the room where the function is held. (c) The sponsor of the function shall provide adult supervision.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-1905

(a) An establishment licensed for the sale of beer or of beer and wine shall post at least four conspicuous notices on the licensed premises, including a building, a parking lot, a terrace, or grounds that are an integral part of the licensed premises, stating “Unlawful to drink or display liquor on these premises.”. (b) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 2 years or a fine not exceeding $1,000 or both.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-2001

(a) (1) Unless otherwise provided under this title, from 1 a.m. to 7 a.m. on Monday through Saturday and after 1 a.m. on Sunday, an individual may not consume alcoholic beverages in a premises licensed under this title. (2) An owner, operator, or manager of a premises licensed under this title may not allow the consumption of alcoholic beverages that is prohibited under paragraph (1) of this subsection. (b) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $500 for each offense.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-2002

(a) (1) Except as provided in § 9–2005 of this subtitle for December 31 and January 1, a holder of a Class A beer license may sell beer: (i) on Monday through Saturday from 7 a.m. to 2 a.m. the following day; and (ii) on Sunday from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. the following day if the holder: 1. pays an additional fee of $250; or 2. is issued a 2–day Sunday sales permit in accordance with paragraph (2) of this subsection. (2) (i) The Board may issue a 2–day Sunday sales permit to a holder of a Class A beer license. (ii) An applicant for a 2–day Sunday sales permit need not have kitchen facilities on the licensed premises. (iii) A 2–day Sunday sales permit authorizes the holder to sell beer for off–premises consumption on not more than two Sundays in a year from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. the following day. (iv) The permit fee is $50 for each time the permit is used. (c) (1) Except as provided in § 9–2005 of this subtitle for December 31 and January 1, a holder of a Class C beer license may sell beer: (i) on Monday through Saturday, for on–premises and off–premises consumption, from 7 a.m. to 2 a.m. the following day; and (ii) on Sunday, for on–premises and off–premises consumption, from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. the following day if the holder: 1. pays an additional fee of $250; or 2. is issued a 2–day Sunday sales permit in accordance with paragraph (2) of this subsection. (2) (i) The Board may issue a 2–day Sunday sales permit to a holder of a Class C beer license. (ii) An applicant for a 2–day Sunday sales permit need not have kitchen facilities on the licensed premises. (iii) A 2–day Sunday sales permit authorizes the holder to sell beer for on–premises and off–premises consumption on not more than two Sundays in a year from 11 a.m. Sunday to 2 a.m. the following day. (iv) The permit fee is $50 for each time the permit is used. (d) (1) Except as provided in § 9–2005 of this subtitle for December 31 and January 1, a holder of a Class D beer license may sell beer: (i) on Monday through Saturday, for on–premises and off–premises consumption, from 7 a.m. to 2 a.m. the following day; (ii) on Sunday, for on–premises and off–premises consumption, from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. the following day if the holder pays an additional fee of $250; or (iii) in accordance with a 2–day Sunday sales permit issued under paragraph (2) of this subsection. (2) (i) The Board may issue a 2–day Sunday sales permit to a holder of a Class D beer license. (ii) An applicant for a 2–day Sunday sales permit need not have kitchen facilities on the licensed premises. (iii) A 2–day Sunday sales permit authorizes the holder to sell beer for on–premises and off–premises consumption on not more than two Sundays in a year from 11 a.m. Sunday to 2 a.m. the following day. (iv) The permit fee is $50 for each time the permit is used.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-2003

(a) (1) Except as provided in § 9–2005 of this subtitle for December 31 and January 1, a holder of a Class A beer and light wine license may sell beer and light wine: (i) on Monday through Saturday from 7 a.m. to 2 a.m. the following day; and (ii) on Sunday from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. the following day if the holder: 1. pays an additional fee of $250; or 2. is issued a 2–day Sunday sales permit in accordance with paragraph (2) of this subsection. (2) (i) The Board may issue a 2–day Sunday sales permit to a holder of a Class A beer and light wine license. (ii) An applicant for a 2–day Sunday sales permit need not have kitchen facilities on the licensed premises. (iii) A 2–day Sunday sales permit authorizes the holder to sell beer and light wine for off–premises consumption on not more than two Sundays in a year from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. the following day. (iv) The permit fee is $50 for each time the permit is used. (c) (1) Except as provided in § 9–2005 of this subtitle for December 31 and January 1, a holder of a Class C beer and light wine license may sell beer and light wine: (i) on Monday through Saturday, for on–premises and off–premises consumption, from 7 a.m. to 2 a.m. the following day; and (ii) on Sunday, for on–premises and off–premises consumption, from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. the following day if the holder: 1. pays an additional fee of $250; or 2. is issued a 2–day Sunday sales permit in accordance with paragraph (2) of this subsection. (2) (i) The Board may issue a 2–day Sunday sales permit to a holder of a Class C beer and light wine license. (ii) An applicant for a 2–day Sunday sales permit need not have kitchen facilities on the licensed premises. (iii) A 2–day Sunday sales permit authorizes the holder to sell beer and light wine for on–premises consumption and off–premises consumption on not more than two Sundays in a year from 11 a.m. Sunday to 2 a.m. the following day. (iv) The permit fee is $50 for each time the permit is used. (d) (1) Except as provided in § 9–2005 of this subtitle for December 31 and January 1, a holder of a Class D beer and light wine license may sell beer and light wine: (i) on Monday through Saturday, for on–premises and off–premises consumption, from 7 a.m. to 2 a.m. the following day; (ii) on Sunday, for on–premises and off–premises consumption, from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. the following day if the holder pays an additional fee of $250; or (iii) in accordance with a 2–day Sunday sales permit issued under paragraph (2) of this subsection. (2) (i) The Board may issue a 2–day Sunday sales permit to a holder of a Class D beer and light wine license. (ii) An applicant for a 2–day Sunday sales permit need not have kitchen facilities on the licensed premises. (iii) A 2–day Sunday sales permit authorizes the holder to sell beer and light wine for on–premises and off–premises consumption on not more than two Sundays in a year from 11 a.m. Sunday to 2 a.m. the following day. (iv) The permit fee is $50 for each time the permit is used.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-2004

(a) (1) Except as provided in § 9–2005 of this subtitle for December 31 and January 1, a holder of a Class A beer, wine, and liquor license may sell beer, wine, and liquor for off–premises consumption: (i) on Monday through Saturday from 7 a.m. to 2 a.m. the following day; and (ii) on Sunday from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. the following day if the holder: 1. pays an additional fee of $250; or 2. is issued a 2–day Sunday sales permit in accordance with paragraph (2) of this subsection. (2) (i) The Board may issue a 2–day Sunday sales permit to a holder of a Class A beer, wine, and liquor license. (ii) An applicant for a 2–day Sunday sales permit need not have kitchen facilities on the licensed premises. (iii) A 2–day Sunday sales permit authorizes the holder to sell beer, wine, and liquor for off–premises consumption on not more than two Sundays in a year from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. the following day. (iv) The permit fee is $50 for each time the permit is used. (b) (1) Except as provided in § 9–2005 of this subtitle for December 31 and January 1, a holder of a Class B beer, wine, and liquor license may sell beer, wine, and liquor: (i) on Monday through Saturday, for on–premises and off–premises consumption, from 7 a.m. to 2 a.m. the following day; (ii) on Sunday, for on–premises and off–premises consumption, from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. the following day if the holder: 1. pays an additional fee of $250; 2. is issued the license for use in a restaurant in a permanent building with ample space and accommodations where meals are usually prepared, sold, or served to the public when the restaurant is regularly open for business; or 3. is issued a 2–day Sunday sales permit in accordance with paragraph (2) of this subsection. (2) (i) The Board may issue a 2–day Sunday sales permit to a holder of a Class B beer, wine, and liquor license, including a Class B beer, wine, and liquor license issued for use in a restaurant or banquet room in a hotel or motel. (ii) An applicant for a 2–day Sunday sales permit need not have kitchen facilities on the licensed premises. (iii) A 2–day Sunday sales permit authorizes the holder to sell beer, wine, and liquor for on–premises and off–premises consumption on not more than two Sundays in a year from 11 a.m. Sunday to 2 a.m. the following day. (iv) The permit fee is $50 for each time the permit is used. (c) (1) Except as provided in § 9–2005 of this subtitle for December 31 and January 1, a holder of a Class B–D beer, wine, and liquor license may sell beer, wine, and liquor: (i) on Monday through Saturday, for on–premises consumption, from 7 a.m. to 2 a.m. the following day; and (ii) on Sunday: 1. from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. the following day if the holder pays an additional fee of $250; or 2. in accordance with a 2–day Sunday sales permit issued under paragraph (2) of this subsection. (2) (i) The Board may issue a 2–day Sunday sales permit to a holder of a Class B–D beer, wine, and liquor license. (ii) A 2–day Sunday sales permit authorizes the holder to sell beer, wine, and liquor for on–premises consumption on not more than two Sundays in a year from 11 a.m. Sunday to 2 a.m. the following day. (iii) The permit fee is $50 for each time the permit is used. (d) (1) Except as provided in § 9–2005 of this subtitle for December 31 and January 1, a holder of a Class C beer, wine, and liquor license may sell beer, wine, and liquor: (i) on Monday through Saturday, for on–premises and off–premises consumption, from 7 a.m. to 2 a.m. the following day; and (ii) on Sunday, for on–premises and off–premises consumption, from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. the following day if the holder: 1. pays an additional fee of $250; or 2. is issued a 2–day Sunday sales permit in accordance with paragraph (2) of this subsection. (2) (i) The Board may issue a 2–day Sunday sales permit to a holder of a Class C beer, wine, and liquor license. (ii) An applicant for a 2–day Sunday sales permit need not have kitchen facilities on the licensed premises. (iii) A 2–day Sunday sales permit authorizes the holder to sell beer, wine, and liquor for on–premises and off–premises consumption on not more than two Sundays in a year from 11 a.m. Sunday to 2 a.m. the following day. (iv) The permit fee is $50 for each time the permit is used. (e) (1) Except as provided in § 9–2005 of this subtitle for December 31 and January 1, a holder of a Class D beer, wine, and liquor license may sell beer, wine, and liquor: (i) on Monday through Saturday, for on–premises and off–premises consumption, from 7 a.m. to 2 a.m. the following day; and (ii) on Sunday: 1. from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. the following day if the holder pays an additional fee of $250; or 2. in accordance with a 2–day Sunday sales permit issued under paragraph (2) of this subsection. (2) (i) The Board may issue a 2–day Sunday sales permit to a holder of a Class D beer, wine, and liquor license. (ii) An applicant for a 2–day Sunday sales permit need not have kitchen facilities on the licensed premises. (iii) A 2–day Sunday sales permit authorizes the holder to sell beer, wine, and liquor for on–premises and off–premises consumption on not more than two Sundays in a year from 11 a.m. Sunday to 2 a.m. the following day. (iv) The permit fee is $50 for each time the permit is used.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-2101

(a) The following sections of Title 4, Subtitle 6 (“Revocation and Suspension of Local Licenses”) of Division I of this article apply in the county without exception or variation: (1) § 4–602 (“Power of local licensing board”); and (2) § 4–605 (“Nudity and sexual displays”). (b) Section 4–606 (“Effects of revocation”) of Division I of this article does not apply in the county and is superseded by § 9–2105 of this subtitle. (c) The following sections of Title 4, Subtitle 6 (“Revocation and Suspension of Local Licenses”) of Division I of this article apply in the county: (1) § 4–603 (“Revocation and suspension procedures”), subject to §§ 9–2102 and 9–2103 of this subtitle; and (2) § 4–604 (“Grounds for revocation or suspension”), subject to § 9–2104 of this subtitle.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-2103

In a hearing on a complaint for revocation or suspension of a license, admissible evidence includes the general reputation of: (1) the applicant or license holder; (2) the establishment; and (3) the individuals who congregate at the establishment.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-2104

In addition to the grounds for revocation or suspension provided under § 4–604 of this article, the Board shall revoke or suspend a license for conviction of the license holder’s agent or employee for a violation of this article.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-2105

If a license is revoked because the license holder was convicted of violating this article or a provision of the Tax – General Article that relates to the alcoholic beverage tax, the Board may not issue a license to the former license holder or for the premises within 1 year after the conviction.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-2201

(a) Section 4–702(a) (“On death of license holder”) of Division I of this article applies in the county without exception or variation. (b) The following sections of Title 4, Subtitle 7 (“Expiration of Local Licenses”) of Division I of this article do not apply in the county: (1) § 4–702(b) (“After vacation of or eviction from premises”); (2) § 4–703 (“Pending or approved transfers or continuation of business”); (3) § 4–704 (“License for premises acquired for public use”); and (4) § 4–705 (“Postponement to avoid hardship”).

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-2202

(a) A license expires 180 days after the license holder has closed the business or stopped active alcoholic beverages business operations at the premises for which the license is held unless: (1) an application for approval of a transfer to another location or another person under Subtitle 17 of this title has been approved or is pending; (2) an application for a certificate of permission or a renewal license for continuation of business under Subtitle 23 of this title has been approved or is pending; or (3) a written request for a hardship extension under subsection (b) of this section is filed within the 180–day period. (b) (1) The license holder or another appropriate interested party may make a written request to the Board to extend the life of the license due to hardship. (2) The Board may grant the extension if the Board finds after a hearing that existing hardship caused the closing or stopping of business operations. (3) An extension may not prolong the life of the license beyond 360 days after the date of closing or stopping of alcoholic beverages business operations at the premises for which the license is held. (c) (1) The period for which a license may be considered unexpired: (i) begins at the earlier of the closing of the business or stopping of alcoholic beverages business operations; and (ii) may be suspended only by filing an application or request under subsection (a) of this section. (2) The expiration period resumes on the last to occur of the following events: (i) final action of the Board granting or denying a request for a hardship extension under subsection (b) of this section; (ii) final action of the Board denying an application described in subsection (a)(1) or (2) of this section; (iii) final judgment of the reviewing court if judicial review of the Board’s action on an application or request authorized by subsection (a) or (b) of this section has been granted; or (iv) dismissal of a petition for judicial review of the Board’s action. (3) If an application or request described in subsection (a) or (b) of this section is withdrawn: (i) the period for automatic expiration of the license may not be suspended; and (ii) the application or request shall be considered as if it had not been filed.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-2501

(a) (1) An individual may not possess or consume an alcoholic beverage during the hours stated in paragraph (2) of this subsection in an establishment that: (i) is not licensed by the Board; but (ii) is: 1. a restaurant, tavern, hotel, club, dance studio, or disco; 2. a place of public entertainment; 3. a place open to the public; 4. a place that is licensed by the State or the county; or 5. a place at which setups or other component parts of mixed alcoholic drinks are sold. (2) The prohibition under paragraph (1) of this subsection is in effect: (i) from Monday to Saturday, from 1 a.m. to 7 a.m.; and (ii) on Sunday, after 1 a.m. (b) An owner or a manager of an establishment under subsection (a) of this section may not allow consumption or possession of alcoholic beverages that is prohibited under this section. (c) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $500 for each offense.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-2601

(a) The following sections of Title 6, Subtitle 2 (“Enforcement”) of Division I of this article apply in the county without exception or variation: (1) § 6–202 (“Inspections”); (2) § 6–203 (“Use of equipment to measure quantity and quality of alcoholic beverages”); (3) § 6–204 (“Power to summon witnesses”); (4) § 6–205 (“Peace officers”); (5) § 6–206 (“Charging document for unlawful sale of alcoholic beverage”); (6) § 6–207 (“Display of alcoholic beverages as prima facie evidence of sale”); (7) § 6–208 (“Regulating possession or consumption of alcohol in public places”); and (8) § 6–210 (“State preemption of local disorderly intoxication laws”). (b) The following sections of Title 6, Subtitle 2 (“Enforcement”) of Division I of this article apply in the county: (1) § 6–209 (“Adoption of standards for authorization of consumption”), subject to § 9–2602 of this subtitle; and (2) § 6–211 (“Fines and forfeitures”), subject to § 9–2603 of this subtitle.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-2602

A municipality in the county may pass an ordinance consistent with this article to regulate license holders located within the limits and up to 1 mile beyond the limits of the municipality to assist in the enforcement of this article.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-2603

Fines imposed in the county shall be distributed as follows: (1) one–half of each fine as provided under § 7–507 of the Courts Article; and (2) (i) if the offense is committed in a municipality, one–quarter to the municipality and one–quarter to the county; or (ii) if the offense is committed outside of a municipality, one–half to the county.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-2701

(a) The following sections of Title 6, Subtitle 3 (“Prohibited Acts”) of Division I of this article apply in the county without exception or variation: (1) § 6–305 (“Proof of age for sale of alcoholic beverages”); (2) § 6–306 (“Defense to prosecution for sale to underage individual”); (3) § 6–308 (“Allowing on–premises consumption of alcoholic beverages not purchased from license holder”); (4) § 6–309 (“Allowing on–premises consumption or possession of alcoholic beverages by individual under the age of 21 years”); (5) § 6–310 (“Providing free food”); (6) § 6–311 (“Restrictions on purchases and sales by retail dealer”); (7) § 6–312 (“Beverage misrepresentation”); (8) § 6–313 (“Tampering with alcoholic beverage container”); (9) § 6–314 (“Sale of alcoholic beverage container with detachable metal tab”); (10) § 6–315 (“Alcoholic beverage in container without regular label presumed illicit”); (11) § 6–316 (“Maximum alcohol content”); (12) § 6–317 (“Multiple serving purchase required”); (13) § 6–319 (“On–premises consumption of alcoholic beverages not purchased from license holder”); (14) § 6–320 (“Disorderly intoxication”); (15) § 6–321 (“Consumption of alcoholic beverages in public”); (16) § 6–322 (“Possession of open container”); (17) § 6–323 (“Possession or use of Alcohol Without Liquid machine”); (18) § 6–326 (“Sale of alcoholic beverages in powder or crystalline form prohibited”); (19) § 6–327 (“Unlicensed out–of–state sale of alcoholic beverages”); (20) § 6–328 (“Tax evasion”); (21) § 6–329 (“Destruction of evidence”); and (22) § 6–330 (“Perjury”). (b) The following sections of Title 6, Subtitle 3 (“Prohibited Acts”) of Division I of this article apply in the county: (1) § 6–304 (“Selling or providing alcoholic beverages to individual under the age of 21 years”), subject to § 9–2702 of this subtitle; and (2) § 6–307 (“Selling or providing alcoholic beverages to intoxicated individual”), subject to § 9–2703 of this subtitle.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-2702

(a) A license holder or an employee of a license holder who is charged with a violation of § 6–304 of this article: (1) shall receive a summons to appear in court on a certain day to answer the charges placed against the license holder or employee; and (2) may not be required to post bail pending trial in any court of the State. (b) A license holder or an employee of a license holder may not be found guilty of a violation of § 6–304 of this article if: (1) the license holder or employee establishes to the satisfaction of the finder of fact that the license holder or employee used due caution to establish that the individual was not under the age of 21 years; and (2) the individual was not a resident of the State. (c) A license holder or an employee of the license holder who violates § 6–304 of this article is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 2 years or a fine not exceeding $1,000 or both. (d) The Board may not proceed against a license holder for a violation of § 6–304 of this article if the license holder or an employee of the license holder is found not guilty of, or granted probation before judgment for, the violation.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-2703

(a) A license holder or an employee of a license holder who is charged with a violation of § 6–307 of this article: (1) shall receive a summons to appear in court on a certain day to answer the charges placed against the license holder or employee; and (2) may not be required to post bail pending trial in any court of the State. (b) A license holder or an employee of the license holder who violates § 6–307 of this article is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 2 years or a fine not exceeding $1,000 or both. (c) The Board may not proceed against a license holder for a violation of § 6–307 of this article if the license holder or an employee of the license holder is found not guilty of, or granted probation before judgment for, the violation.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-2704

(a) In this section, “knowingly” means the knowledge a reasonable individual would have under ordinary circumstances based on the habits, appearance, or personal reputation of an individual. (b) A license holder or an employee of a license holder may not knowingly sell or provide an alcoholic beverage to a habitual drunkard. (c) A license holder who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 2 years or a fine not exceeding $1,000 or both.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-2705

(a) A license holder may not allow gambling that is prohibited by law on the licensed premises. (b) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 2 years or a fine not exceeding $1,000 or both.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-2706

(a) A license holder whose license has the privilege that allows the sale of alcoholic beverages by clubs may not lease the privilege to a person who, by an agreement with the license holder, may make a profit from the license. (b) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 2 years or a fine not exceeding $1,000 or both.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-2707

(a) A license holder may not allow disorderly or disreputable individuals to congregate on the licensed premises. (b) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 2 years or a fine not exceeding $1,000 or both.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-2708

(a) A license holder may not allow an individual who is not a consumer to loiter about the place of business for which the license is issued. (b) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 2 years or a fine not exceeding $1,000 or both.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-2709

(a) A person may not display or consume in a licensed establishment any alcoholic beverage other than those that the license holder of the licensed establishment may sell. (b) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $50.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-2801

(a) Section 6–402(b) (“General penalty — Imposition of penalty”) of Division I of this article applies in the county without exception or variation. (b) Section 6–402(a) (“General penalty — In general”) of Division I of this article does not apply in the county and is superseded by § 9–2802 of this subtitle.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-2802

A person who violates a provision of this article for which no other penalty is provided is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 1 year or a fine not exceeding $500 or both.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-2803

(a) The Board may revoke or suspend a license or impose a fine on a license holder who violates this article. (b) (1) In lieu of suspension, the Board may impose a fine not exceeding $2,500, which shall be paid into the general fund of the county. (2) In deciding whether to fine a license holder or suspend the license, the Board shall consider whether: (i) the public welfare and morals would be impaired by allowing the license holder to operate during the suspension period; and (ii) the payment of the fine will achieve the desired disciplinary purposes.

Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-2804

(a) A municipality may impose a penalty for the violation of an ordinance passed for the regulation and control of a license holder under this title. (b) (1) In lieu of suspension, the municipality may impose a fine not exceeding $2,500, which shall be paid into the general fund of the county. (2) In deciding whether to fine a license holder or suspend the license, the municipality shall consider whether: (i) the public welfare and morals would be impaired by allowing the license holder to operate during the suspension period; and (ii) the payment of the fine will achieve the desired disciplinary purposes.
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