# Sec. 12-163. Location permit required; exceptions

Codified through Bill No. CB-018-2026, adopted May 12, 2026, effective July 24, 2026. Source: Municode, Supplement 2026 Update 2. Editorial notes and legislative history omitted.

## Sec. 12-163. Location permit required; exceptions

Prince George's County, Md., Code § 12-163 (2026)

(a) No person shall establish or maintain a vending machine location for the sale of food or beverages to the public without a valid permit from the Health Officer.

(b) Subsection (a) shall not apply to:

  (1) The sale of beverages which are sealed, canned or bottled carbonated beverages, or pasteurized dairy products;

  (2) Machines commonly known as gumball machines; or,

  (3) Any food or drink which is not perishable.