§ 1-11 Qualifications.

Current through 2026-07-17. Source: City of Balt., Md., Ord. 26-129. Published by the Baltimore City Department of Legislative Reference.

Balt., Md., Code art. 15, § 1-11 (2026)

(a)In general.

An adult-entertainment business license may not be issued to any person to own or operate an adult-entertainment business unless the applicant:

(1)

based on the considerations specified in subsection (b) of this section, is of good moral character;

(2)

is at least 18 years of age; and

(3)

within the preceding 3 years, has not been convicted of or pleaded guilty or nolo contendere in any jurisdiction to a felony involving:

(i)

moral turpitude;

(ii)

controlled dangerous substances;

(iii)

prostitution;

(iv)

obscenity; or

(v)

any other crime that is sexual in nature.

(b)Required considerations.

In determining moral character, the Board must consider:

(1)

all criminal convictions of the applicant; and

(2)

the business history of the applicant.

History: Ord. 93-258

History: Ord. 94-443

History: Ord. 99-417