Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis (GAB) — Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Subtitle 1. Definitions; General Provisions
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-101 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 1. Definitions; General Provisions
§ 11–101LinkCopy Citation
(a)
In this title:
(1)
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 Anne Arundel County.
(c)
“County” means Anne Arundel County.
(d)
“Light wine” means wine that contains not more than 15.5% of alcohol by volume.
(e)
“Taxpayer” means an individual who:
(1)
owns real property in the county in the individual’s own name, individually or jointly with others; and
(2)
pays real property taxes to the county.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-102 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 1. Definitions; General Provisions
§ 11–102LinkCopy Citation
This title applies only in Anne Arundel County.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-103 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 1. Definitions; General Provisions
§ 11–103LinkCopy Citation
A copy of any legislation concerning alcoholic beverages enacted by the county governing body under this title shall be sent to the Department of Legislative Services, 90 State Circle, Annapolis, Maryland 21401.
Subtitle 2. Board of License Commissioners
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-201 (2026)
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Subtitle 2. Board of License Commissioners
§ 11–201LinkCopy Citation
There is a Board of License Commissioners for Anne Arundel County.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-202 (2026)
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Subtitle 2. Board of License Commissioners
§ 11–202LinkCopy Citation
(a)
(1)
Subject to paragraph (3)(i) of this subsection, the Governor shall appoint five 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, subject to the advice and consent of the Senate when the Senate next convenes.
(3)
(i)
The Governor shall appoint the members of the Board from a list of individuals recommended by the members of the county House and Senate delegations to the General Assembly.
(ii)
The Governor may request a new list of recommendations under subparagraph (i) of this paragraph at any time.
(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)
No more than three members of the Board may belong to the same political party.
(3)
No more than two members of the Board may be residents of the same State legislative district.
(c)
(1)
The term of a member is 2 years.
(2)
A member may not serve more than four consecutive terms.
(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 Governor’s findings on the charges.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-203 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 2. Board of License Commissioners
§ 11–203LinkCopy Citation
In making the appointments, the Governor shall designate a chair from among the members of the Board.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-204 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 2. Board of License Commissioners
§ 11–204LinkCopy Citation
(a)
(1)
The chair of the Board shall receive:
(i)
an annual salary that:
(1)
is not less than $21,240; and
(2)
includes any cost–of–living increase available to nonrepresented Anne Arundel County employees; and
(ii)
reimbursement for expenses reasonably incurred.
(2)
Each other member of the Board shall receive:
(i)
an annual salary that:
(1)
is not less than $17,700; and
(2)
includes any cost–of–living increase available to nonrepresented Anne Arundel County employees; and
(ii)
reimbursement for expenses reasonably incurred.
(b)
(1)
The Board may employ:
(i)
inspectors, subject to § 11–206 of this subtitle; and
(ii)
clerical and other assistants as are necessary.
(2)
The Board shall employ:
(i)
a full–time executive director whose annual salary shall be fixed by the Board as in a general county classified salary schedule, within pay grade 17;
(ii)
a full–time administrator whose annual salary shall be fixed by the Board as in a general county classified salary schedule, within pay grade 16;
(iii)
two full–time secretaries whose annual salaries shall be fixed by the Board as in a general county classified salary schedule, within pay grade 13;
(iv)
a full–time chief inspector whose annual salary shall be fixed by the Board as in a general county classified salary schedule, within non–represented pay schedule NR–12; and
(v)
an attorney at an annual salary of $60,000.
(3)
(i)
The Board may hire an attorney on a contractual basis to perform work that the attorney employed by the Board is unable to perform because of a conflict of interest.
(ii)
The Board may spend not more than $30,000 each year to hire a contractual attorney under subparagraph (i) of this paragraph.
(4)
Except as otherwise provided in this subtitle, the Board may set the compensation of the employees.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-205 (2026)
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Subtitle 2. Board of License Commissioners
§ 11–205LinkCopy Citation
The Board may allow the sale of alcoholic beverages in or on a parking lot, picnic ground, building, or terrace that is an integral part of the licensed premises.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-206 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 2. Board of License Commissioners
§ 11–206LinkCopy Citation
(a)
(1)
The Board may employ:
(i)
one part–time deputy chief inspector at an annual salary that:
(1)
is not less than $18,000; and
(2)
includes any cost–of–living increase available to nonrepresented Anne Arundel County employees; and
(ii)
18 part–time inspectors at an annual salary that:
(1)
is not less than $8,260 each; and
(2)
includes any cost–of–living increase available to nonrepresented Anne Arundel County employees.
(2)
Each inspector shall receive a monthly expense allowance of $300, subject to the approval of the Executive Director.
(b)
An inspector:
(1)
has all the powers of a peace officer or sheriff in the State arising out of or relating to the enforcement of this article;
(2)
may serve a summons under § 11–2604 of this title; and
(3)
may issue a civil citation under § 11–2605 of this title.
(c)
An inspector shall take the oath required by Article I, § 9 of the Maryland Constitution.
(d)
(1)
An inspector shall provide a penalty bond of $2,000 to the Board and the County Council 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 Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-207 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 2. Board of License Commissioners
§ 11–207LinkCopy Citation
From the fees received, the Executive Director shall:
(1)
approve and remit to the county the amounts necessary to pay the salaries and benefits of the Board and its employees;
(2)
approve and remit to the county the amount necessary to pay the expenses of the Board; and
(3)
at the end of each fiscal year, remit the balance of the fees received to the county for the general purposes of the county.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-208 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 2. Board of License Commissioners
§ 11–208LinkCopy Citation
The Board may adopt regulations to carry out this article.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-209 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 2. Board of License Commissioners
§ 11–209LinkCopy Citation
(a)
The Board shall make available to the public the agenda for an upcoming meeting not less than 1 week before the meeting.
(b)
The Board shall make available to the public live video and audio streaming of each open meeting.
(c)
In accordance with § 3–306 of the General Provisions Article, the Board shall publish the minutes of each open meeting not later than 1 month after the meeting.
(d)
The Board shall archive and store:
(1)
recordings of each open meeting for not less than 3 years; and
(2)
records of the minutes of each open meeting for not less than 7 years.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-210 (2026)
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Subtitle 2. Board of License Commissioners
§ 11–210LinkCopy Citation
The Board shall adopt and publish a written policy related to conflicts of interest and the recusal of Board members from Board matters.
Subtitle 3. Liquor Control
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-301 (2026)
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Subtitle 3. Liquor Control
§ 11–301LinkCopy Citation
There is no liquor control board or department of liquor control in the county.
Subtitle 4. Manufacturer's Licenses
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-401 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 4. Manufacturer's Licenses
§ 11–401LinkCopy Citation
(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 Executive Director”);
(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)
§ 2–208 (“Class 6 pub–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)
§ 2–216 (“Interaction between manufacturing entities and retailers”);
(14)
§ 2–217 (“Distribution of alcoholic beverages — Prohibited practices”); and
(15)
§ 2–218 (“Restrictive agreements between producers and retailers — Prohibited”).
(b)
The following sections of Title 2, Subtitle 2 (“Manufacturer’s Licenses”) of Division I of this article apply in the county:
(1)
§ 2–207 (“Class 5 brewery license”), subject to § 11–1007.1 of this title;
(2)
§ 2–209 (“Class 7 micro–brewery license”), subject to § 11–1007.1 of this title; and
(3)
§ 2–215 (“Beer sale on credit to retail dealer prohibited”), subject to § 11–403 of this subtitle.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-402 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 4. Manufacturer's Licenses
§ 11–402LinkCopy Citation
A holder of a manufacturer’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.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-403 (2026)
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Subtitle 4. Manufacturer's Licenses
§ 11–403LinkCopy Citation
In addition to § 2–215 of this article:
(1)
a cash deposit for a returnable container shall be required at the time of sale or delivery; and
(2)
a check accepted for payment that is not postdated and is promptly deposited for collection is considered cash.
Subtitle 5. Wholesaler's Licenses
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-501 (2026)
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Subtitle 5. Wholesaler's Licenses
§ 11–501LinkCopy Citation
(a)
The following sections of Title 2, Subtitle 3 (“Wholesaler’s Licenses”) of Division I of this article apply in the county without exception or variation:
(1)
§ 2–301 (“Licenses issued by Executive Director”);
(2)
§ 2–302 (“Class 1 beer, wine, and liquor wholesaler’s license”);
(3)
§ 2–303 (“Class 2 wine and liquor wholesaler’s license”);
(4)
§ 2–304 (“Class 3 beer and wine wholesaler’s license”);
(5)
§ 2–305 (“Class 4 beer wholesaler’s license”);
(6)
§ 2–306 (“Class 5 wine wholesaler’s license”);
(7)
§ 2–307 (“Class 6 limited wine wholesaler’s license”);
(8)
§ 2–308 (“Class 7 limited beer wholesaler’s license”);
(9)
§ 2–309 (“Sale and delivery of beer or wine from wholesaler’s vehicle”);
(10)
§ 2–310 (“Sale and delivery to retail license holder”);
(11)
§ 2–311 (“Additional wholesaler’s licenses”);
(12)
§ 2–312 (“Direct importation of alcoholic beverages”);
(13)
§ 2–313 (“Sale or delivery restricted to holder of license or permit”);
(14)
§ 2–315 (“Interaction between wholesaling entities and retailers”);
(15)
§ 2–316 (“Distribution of alcoholic beverages — Prohibited practices”); and
(16)
§ 2–317 (“Restrictive agreements between wholesalers and retailers — Prohibited”).
(b)
Section 2–314 (“Beer sale on credit to retail dealer prohibited”) of Division I of this article applies in the county, subject to § 11–504 of this subtitle.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-502 (2026)
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Subtitle 5. Wholesaler's Licenses
§ 11–502LinkCopy Citation
Except as provided in § 11–503 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.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-503 (2026)
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Subtitle 5. Wholesaler's Licenses
§ 11–503LinkCopy Citation
(a)
A holder of a wholesaler’s license may enter into an agreement with a holder of a Class C per diem license issued under Subtitle 13 of this title to deliver beer on the effective date of the Class C per diem license and accept returns on the same day.
(b)
(1)
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.
(2)
Before the license expires, a holder of a Class C per diem license shall pay for any equipment, services, personnel, and supplies required for dispensing draft beer.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-504 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 5. Wholesaler's Licenses
§ 11–504LinkCopy Citation
For purposes of applying § 2–314 of this article:
(1)
a cash deposit for a returnable container shall be required at the time of sale or delivery of beer; and
(2)
a check accepted for payment that is not postdated and is promptly deposited for collection is considered cash.
Subtitle 6. Beer Licenses
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-601 (2026)
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Subtitle 6. Beer Licenses
§ 11–601LinkCopy Citation
A Class A beer license may not be issued in the county.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-602 (2026)
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Subtitle 6. Beer Licenses
§ 11–602LinkCopy Citation
A Class B beer license may not be issued in the county.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-603 (2026)
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Subtitle 6. Beer Licenses
§ 11–603LinkCopy Citation
A Class C beer license may not be issued in the county.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-604 (2026)
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Subtitle 6. Beer Licenses
§ 11–604LinkCopy Citation
A Class D beer license may not be issued in the county.
Subtitle 7. Light Wine Licenses
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-701 (2026)
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Subtitle 7. Light Wine Licenses
§ 11–701LinkCopy Citation
(a)
There is a Class A light wine license in the county.
(b)
The license may be issued to a holder of a Class 3 winery license or a Class 4 limited winery license.
(c)
(1)
The license authorizes the license holder to sell at retail at the place described in the license light wine produced at the winery.
(2)
Light wine shall be sold in a sealed package or container that may not be opened or its contents consumed on the licensed premises.
(d)
The annual license fee is $60.
Subtitle 8. Beer and Wine Licenses
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-801 (2026)
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Subtitle 8. Beer and Wine Licenses
§ 11–801LinkCopy Citation
(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 the premises where the beer or light wine is sold.
(c)
The annual license fee is $240.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-802 (2026)
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Subtitle 8. Beer and Wine Licenses
§ 11–802LinkCopy Citation
(a)
There is a Class B beer and light wine license.
(b)
The license authorizes the license holder to sell beer and light wine at a hotel or restaurant, at retail, at the place described in the license, for on– and off–premises consumption.
(c)
Before each renewal of the license, the license holder shall attest in a sworn statement that the gross receipts from food sales for the 12–month period immediately preceding the application for renewal were at least equal to 51% of the gross receipts from the sale of food and alcoholic beverages sold for on–premises consumption.
(d)
The annual license fee is $480.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-803 (2026)
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Subtitle 8. Beer and Wine Licenses
§ 11–803LinkCopy Citation
(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–premises consumption.
(c)
The annual license fee is $120.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-804 (2026)
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Subtitle 8. Beer and Wine Licenses
§ 11–804LinkCopy Citation
(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 $480.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-805 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 8. Beer and Wine Licenses
§ 11–805LinkCopy Citation
(a)
There is a Class H beer and light wine license.
(b)
The license authorizes the license holder to sell beer and light wine at a hotel or restaurant, at retail, at the place described in the license, for on–premises consumption.
(c)
Before each renewal of the license, the license holder shall attest in a sworn statement that the gross receipts from food sales for the 12–month period immediately preceding the application for renewal were at least equal to 51% of the gross receipts from the sale of food and alcoholic beverages.
(d)
The annual license fee is $360.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-806 (2026)
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Subtitle 8. Beer and Wine Licenses
§ 11–806LinkCopy Citation
(a)
There is a beer and wine (hotel–limited service) license.
(b)
The Board may issue the license to a person who owns or leases a hotel that contains:
(1)
at least 50 rooms; and
(2)
a kitchen licensed to operate as a food service facility.
(c)
The license authorizes the license holder to sell beer and wine every day at one or more locations in the hotel for on–premises consumption.
(d)
The annual license fee is $2,400 to be paid on or before May 1.
Subtitle 9. Beer, Wine, and Liquor Licenses
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-901 (2026)
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Subtitle 9. Beer, Wine, and Liquor Licenses
§ 11–901LinkCopy Citation
(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.
(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 $720.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-902 (2026)
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Subtitle 9. Beer, Wine, and Liquor Licenses
§ 11–902LinkCopy Citation
(a)
There is a Class B beer, wine, and liquor license.
(b)
The Board may issue the license for use by a restaurant that:
(1)
has ample space and accommodations for regularly preparing, selling, and serving hot meals to the public at least twice daily;
(2)
is equipped with a public dining room with sufficient tables, chairs, cutlery, and glassware to serve the meals prepared in the restaurant;
(3)
is equipped with a kitchen that has complete facilities and utensils for preparing and serving hot and cold meals to the public; and
(4)
employs a sufficient number of cooks and wait staff to serve the number of customers accommodated in the dining room.
(c)
The license authorizes the license holder to sell beer, wine, and liquor at retail at the place described in the license, for on– or off–premises consumption.
(d)
Before each renewal of the license, the license holder shall attest in a sworn statement that the gross receipts from food sales for the 12–month period immediately preceding the application for renewal were at least equal to 51% of the gross receipts from the sale of food and alcoholic beverages sold for on–premises consumption.
(e)
The annual fee for the license is $1,080.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-903 (2026)
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Subtitle 9. Beer, Wine, and Liquor Licenses
§ 11–903LinkCopy Citation
(a)
There is a Class C beer, wine, and liquor license.
(b)
(1)
Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, 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–premises consumption, including:
(i)
during an event held on the licensed premises; and
(ii)
to a member of the club or a guest of the member.
(2)
If the license holder hosts an event for an outside group, the outside group shall obtain a Class C per diem beer, wine, and liquor license from the Board.
(c)
The annual license fee is $480.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-904 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 9. Beer, Wine, and Liquor Licenses
§ 11–904LinkCopy Citation
(a)
There are:
(1)
a Class D beer, wine, and liquor license for on– and off–premises consumption; and
(2)
a limited Class D beer, wine, and liquor license for on–premises consumption only.
(b)
When an application for a new Class D beer, wine, and liquor license is filed, the Board may limit the sale of beer, wine, and liquor to allow on–premises consumption only.
(c)
The annual license fees are:
(1)
$1,200 for a Class D license; and
(2)
$1,080 for a limited Class D license.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-905 (2026)
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Subtitle 9. Beer, Wine, and Liquor Licenses
§ 11–905LinkCopy Citation
(a)
There is a Class H 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–premises consumption.
(c)
The license holder may sell beer, wine, and liquor during the hours and days as set out under § 11–2004(e) of this title.
(d)
Before each renewal of the license, the license holder shall attest in a sworn statement that the gross receipts from food sales for the 12–month period immediately preceding the application for renewal were at least equal to 51% of the gross receipts from the sale of food and alcoholic beverages.
(e)
The annual license fee is $960.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-906 (2026)
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Subtitle 9. Beer, Wine, and Liquor Licenses
§ 11–906LinkCopy Citation
(a)
There is a beer, wine, and liquor (hotel–limited service) license.
(b)
The Board may issue a license to a person who owns or leases a hotel that:
(1)
has at least 50 rooms; and
(2)
operates a kitchen licensed at least as a food service facility.
(c)
The license authorizes the license holder to sell beer, wine, and liquor every day at one or more locations in the hotel for on–premises consumption.
(d)
The annual license fee is $2,800.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-907 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 9. Beer, Wine, and Liquor Licenses
§ 11–907LinkCopy Citation
(a)
There is a motel/hotel–restaurant license.
(b)
(1)
The Board may issue the license to the person owning or leasing a motel–restaurant complex or hotel–restaurant complex that has:
(i)
except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, at least $500,000 in capital investment;
(ii)
at least 100 rooms; and
(iii)
an enclosed dining room in which, at least twice a day, full–course meals are served with patrons ordering from menus.
(2)
A concessionaire to whom the food concession of the complex is leased is exempt from the requirement of having at least $500,000 in capital investment.
(c)
The license authorizes:
(1)
the license holder to sell beer, wine, and liquor to a person at one or more locations, including bars or counters, in the licensed motel–restaurant complex or hotel–restaurant complex for on–premises consumption, including bars and counters; and
(2)
the playing of music and dancing.
(d)
The annual license fee is $3,600 for each separate establishment.
Subtitle 10. Licenses for Specific Types of Organizations and Venues
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1001 (2026)
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Subtitle 10. Licenses for Specific Types of Organizations and Venues
§ 11–1001LinkCopy Citation
(a)
There is an airport concessionaire license.
(b)
(1)
The Board may issue the license to a person who is a lessee, sublessee, or concessionaire at an airport.
(2)
The Board may not impose additional qualifications for the license as to the residence or voting status of the license holder.
(c)
The license authorizes:
(1)
the sale of beer, wine, and liquor every day from each location in an airport terminal; and
(2)
the playing of music and dancing.
(d)
(1)
(i)
This paragraph does not apply to duty free shops.
(ii)
A person who is a lessee, sublessee, or concessionaire at Baltimore–Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport may hold one license for multiple locations within the terminal of Baltimore–Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport, even if the person already holds another license that the Board issues.
(2)
On receipt of an application for the license, the Board shall:
(i)
give precedence to the application of a person under paragraph (1)(ii) of this subsection over all other license applications; and
(ii)
hold a hearing on the application at the Board meeting that immediately follows receipt of the application.
(e)
A holder of the license need not obtain a Sunday permit under § 11–1104 of this title to sell alcoholic beverages after 2 a.m. on Sunday.
(f)
(1)
(i)
The annual fee for the license and one location from which alcoholic beverages may be sold is $5,000.
(ii)
The annual fee for each additional location from which alcoholic beverages may be sold is $5,000.
(2)
Each fee shall be paid on or before May 1 to the Board.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1002 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 10. Licenses for Specific Types of Organizations and Venues
§ 11–1002LinkCopy Citation
(a)
There is a barbershop and beauty salon beer, wine, and liquor license.
(b)
The Board may issue the license to a holder of:
(1)
a barbershop permit issued under § 4–501 of the Business Occupations and Professions Article; or
(2)
a beauty salon permit issued under § 5–501 of the Business Occupations and Professions Article.
(c)
The license authorizes the license holder to provide to a customer during any one visit not more than 12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine by the glass, or 1.7 ounces of liquor for on–premises consumption by the barbershop or beauty salon customer:
(1)
when the customer is being provided:
(i)
a barbering service under Title 4 of the Business Occupations and Professions Article; or
(ii)
a cosmetology service under Title 5 of the Business Occupations and Professions Article; or
(2)
while the customer is attending a fund–raising event at the barbershop or beauty salon.
(d)
A license holder may serve beer, wine, and liquor for on–premises consumption during normal business hours but not later than 9 p.m.
(e)
A license holder need not obtain a Sunday license under § 11–2004 of this title to provide beer, wine, and liquor on Sunday.
(f)
The annual license fee is $100.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1002.1 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 10. Licenses for Specific Types of Organizations and Venues
§ 11–1002.1LinkCopy Citation
(a)
In this section, “commercial bingo”:
(1)
means any bingo game authorized by law in the county for which any type of consideration is paid or collected in order to play the game; and
(2)
does not include bingo conducted by charitable or nonprofit organizations in accordance with Title 13, Subtitle 4 of the Criminal Law Article.
(b)
There is a commercial bingo license.
(c)
The Board may issue the license to the owner of a licensed commercial bingo establishment.
(d)
The license authorizes the license holder to sell beer, wine, and liquor from any location in the commercial bingo establishment for on–premises consumption anywhere in the establishment.
(e)
Beer, wine, and liquor purchased under the license may be carried and consumed anywhere in the commercial bingo establishment.
(f)
(1)
The license holder may sell alcoholic beverages Monday through Sunday during normal business hours, but not later than 2 a.m.
(2)
The license holder need not obtain a Sunday license under § 11–2004 of this title to sell alcoholic beverages on Sunday.
(g)
The annual license fee is $2,500.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1002.2 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 10. Licenses for Specific Types of Organizations and Venues
§ 11–1002.2LinkCopy Citation
(a)
There is a Class C (country and golf club) license.
(b)
An application for the license shall be signed by at least one officer of the country and golf club who is a resident, registered voter, and taxpayer of the county.
(c)
The Board may issue the license for use by a country and golf club that:
(1)
has at least 200 members paying dues of at least $75 per year per member; and
(2)
at the time of the application for the license, maintains:
(i)
at least two tennis courts;
(ii)
a swimming pool that is at least 30 feet by 80 feet; and
(iii)
a regular or championship golf course of at least nine holes.
(d)
The license authorizes the license holder to sell beer, wine, and liquor at retail at the place described in the license for on–premises consumption.
(e)
(1)
Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, the license holder may sell beer, wine, and liquor during the hours and days of sale as set out for a Class C beer, wine, and liquor license under § 11–2004 of this title.
(2)
The license may be used to sell beer, wine, and liquor on Sunday.
(f)
The annual license fee is $1,800.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1003 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 10. Licenses for Specific Types of Organizations and Venues
§ 11–1003LinkCopy Citation
(a)
There is a Class C (country club) license.
(b)
The Board may issue the license for use by a country club that:
(1)
has at least 200 members paying dues of at least $75 per year per member; and
(2)
maintains at the time of the application for the license:
(i)
at least two tennis courts;
(ii)
a swimming pool that is at least 30 feet by 80 feet; and
(iii)
at least 15 acres used in connection with the licensed premises.
(c)
(1)
The license authorizes the license holder to sell beer, wine, and liquor at retail at the place described in the license for on–premises consumption.
(2)
The license does not allow sales for:
(i)
off–premises consumption; or
(ii)
consumption on the grounds of the country club.
(d)
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 § 11–2004 of this title, including Sunday sales restrictions.
(e)
The annual license fee is $750.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1004 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 10. Licenses for Specific Types of Organizations and Venues
§ 11–1004LinkCopy Citation
(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 daily sale of beer, wine, and liquor on its premises for consumption anywhere in an entertainment facility; and
(ii)
is operated as a concession adjacent to but independent of the entertainment facility.
(3)
“Entertainment facility” means a facility that holds a license under Title 9, Subtitle 1A of the State Government Article.
(b)
There is an entertainment concessionaire license.
(c)
The Board may issue the license to a concessionaire operating in conjunction with an entertainment facility.
(d)
(1)
The license authorizes:
(i)
the license holder to sell beer, wine, and liquor on the premises of the concessionaire for consumption anywhere in the entertainment facility; and
(ii)
the playing of music and dancing in the licensed premises.
(2)
Beer, wine, and liquor purchased under the license may be taken into and consumed anywhere in an entertainment facility.
(e)
(1)
The hours for the sale and consumption of alcoholic beverages under the license are the same as the hours of operation for a video lottery facility established under § 9–1A–23 of the State Government Article.
(2)
A holder of the license need not obtain a Sunday sales license under § 11–2004 of this title to sell alcoholic beverages after 2 a.m. on Sunday.
(f)
The license may not be counted as a Class B or Class H license for purposes of § 11–1609 of this title.
(g)
(1)
The annual fee for the license is $5,000.
(2)
The fee shall be paid on or before May 1 to the Board.
(h)
Any penalty or other sanction that is imposed for a violation of a regulation of the Board on the licensed premises of the holder of an entertainment concessionaire license shall apply to the holder of a concessionaire’s license who the Board determines to be responsible for the violation.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1005 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 10. Licenses for Specific Types of Organizations and Venues
§ 11–1005LinkCopy Citation
(a)
In this section, “entertainment facility” means a facility that holds a license under Title 9, Subtitle 1A of the State Government Article.
(b)
There is an entertainment facility license.
(c)
(1)
The Board may issue the license for the use of an entertainment facility that contains one or more food service facilities, bars, or lounges that are part of the operation of the entertainment facility.
(2)
(i)
The license shall be issued to an individual or entity that owns an entertainment facility and holds a license under Title 9, Subtitle 1A of the State Government Article.
(ii)
An applicant for the license need not meet any location, voting, or residency requirements.
(d)
(1)
The license authorizes:
(i)
the license holder to sell beer, wine, and liquor by the glass or by the bottle in any location of the entertainment facility that is not covered by an entertainment concessionaire license for consumption anywhere in the entertainment facility; and
(ii)
subject to § 4–605 of this article, the playing of music, dancing, plays, live performances, comedy shows, and other artistic shows in the licensed premises.
(2)
By administrative action, the Board may allow the sale of alcoholic beverages for a promotional event in an area adjacent to the entertainment facility that:
(i)
is controlled by the license holder;
(ii)
has controlled access; and
(iii)
is a parking lot, picnic ground, building, or terrace.
(3)
Beer, wine, and liquor purchased under the license may be taken and consumed anywhere in an entertainment facility.
(e)
(1)
The hours for the sale and consumption of alcoholic beverages under the license are the same as the hours of operation for a video lottery facility established under § 9–1A–23 of the State Government Article.
(2)
A holder of the license need not obtain a Sunday permit under § 11–2004 of this title to sell alcoholic beverages after 2 a.m. on Sunday.
(f)
The license may not be counted as a Class B or Class H license for purposes of § 11–1609 of this title.
(g)
(1)
The annual fee for the license is $15,000.
(2)
The fee shall be paid on or before May 1 to the Board.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1006 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 10. Licenses for Specific Types of Organizations and Venues
§ 11–1006LinkCopy Citation
(a)
There is a Class C (fraternal/sororal) organization license.
(b)
The Board may issue the license for use by a local unit of a lodge, political organization, or chapter of a nonprofit and nationwide fraternal or service organization that:
(1)
is composed only of inducted members;
(2)
was operating in the county before the license application was made;
(3)
has a membership of at least 100 individuals and dues of at least $5 per year per individual; and
(4)
owns and operates a home or clubhouse that is principally for the use of its members and guests when accompanied by members.
(c)
(1)
Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, the license authorizes the license holder to sell beer, wine, and liquor at retail for on–premises consumption, including during an event held on the licensed premises, to:
(i)
a member of the local unit for which the license was issued; or
(ii)
a member’s guest when accompanied by the member.
(2)
If the license holder hosts an event for an outside group, the outside group shall obtain a Class C per diem beer, wine, and liquor license from the Board.
(d)
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 § 11–2004 of this title.
(e)
The annual license fee is $400.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1006.1 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 10. Licenses for Specific Types of Organizations and Venues
§ 11–1006.1LinkCopy Citation
(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 flowers;
(ii)
whose business includes the sale and delivery of gift baskets of flowers, food, or other items; and
(iii)
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 Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1006.2 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 10. Licenses for Specific Types of Organizations and Venues
§ 11–1006.2LinkCopy Citation
(a)
There is a Class GC (golf course) license.
(b)
The Board may issue the license for use at a golf course with at least nine holes.
(c)
The license authorizes the license holder to sell beer, wine, and liquor at retail at the place described in the license for on–premises consumption.
(d)
The Board may place conditions on the location of sales and consumption, including prohibiting the sale and consumption of beer, wine, and liquor in specific areas of the premises.
(e)
(1)
(i)
Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, the holder of the license may sell beer, wine, and liquor on Monday through Sunday from 6 a.m. to 2 a.m. the following day.
(ii)
The holder of the license need not obtain a Sunday permit under § 11–2004 of this title to sell alcoholic beverages on Sunday.
(2)
The Board may reduce the hours and days of sale for all or part of the licensed premises.
(f)
The annual license fee is $1,200.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1006.3 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 10. Licenses for Specific Types of Organizations and Venues
§ 11–1006.3LinkCopy Citation
(a)
There is a Class MT (movie theater) beer and wine license.
(b)
The Board may issue the license to the owner of a movie theater that holds a crowd control training certification.
(c)
The license holder may sell beer and wine at retail at the place described in the license for on–premises consumption by a patron who has purchased a ticket to a current or future showing of a movie on the licensed premises.
(d)
(1)
A license holder may sell beer or wine between the hours of 4 p.m. and midnight.
(2)
Beer and wine may be sold only:
(i)
in single–serve containers; and
(ii)
from a counter separate from a counter serving food and nonalcoholic beverages.
(e)
(1)
Beer and wine may be consumed only in the lobby or public viewing theater of the licensed premises.
(2)
A license holder may serve a patron only a single serving of beer or wine at a time, with a maximum of two servings of beer or wine per patron per day.
(3)
The license holder may not allow alcohol purchased at the movie theater to be removed from the licensed premises.
(f)
A license holder need not obtain a Sunday license under § 11–2004 of this title to provide alcoholic beverages on a Sunday.
(g)
The license holder is subject to the alcohol awareness requirements under § 11–1902.1 of this title.
(h)
The annual license fee is $1,200.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1006.4 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 10. Licenses for Specific Types of Organizations and Venues
§ 11–1006.4LinkCopy Citation
(a)
There is a consumption–only nonprofit swim club license.
(b)
The Board may issue the license to a nonprofit swim club.
(c)
(1)
The license authorizes the license holder to allow members of the swim club and their guests to bring beer, wine, and liquor onto the licensed premises for on–premises consumption.
(2)
The license holder may allow the consumption of beer, wine, and liquor:
(i)
in a designated area of the swim club;
(ii)
during a designated event; and
(iii)
up to 5 days per year, unless additional days are authorized by the Board.
(d)
The license holder shall provide notice to the Board at least 10 days prior to a designated event where alcohol will be consumed.
(e)
During a designated event, the license holder may allow the consumption of beer, wine, and liquor in the designated area from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m.
(f)
(1)
The annual license fee is $100.
(2)
The fee for additional days is $50 per day, up to a maximum of 3 additional days.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1007 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 10. Licenses for Specific Types of Organizations and Venues
§ 11–1007LinkCopy Citation
(a)
There is a racetrack license.
(b)
(1)
The Board may issue the license to the owner of a licensed racing establishment that holds race meetings at which pari–mutuel betting is allowed.
(2)
There are no residential or voting qualifications for a license applicant.
(c)
The racetrack license authorizes:
(1)
the sale of beer, wine, and liquor in a location of the licensed racing establishment not covered by a racetrack concessionaire license that is issued in accordance with § 11–1007.1 of this subtitle; and
(2)
the playing of music and dancing on the licensed premises.
(d)
Beer, wine, and liquor sold under a racetrack license may be carried and consumed anywhere on the licensed premises.
(e)
(1)
The license holder may sell alcoholic beverages Monday through Sunday from 6 a.m. to 2 a.m. the following day.
(2)
A holder of a racetrack license need not obtain a Sunday license to sell alcoholic beverages on Sunday.
(f)
A racetrack license may not be counted as a Class B license or a Class H license under § 11–1609 of this title.
(g)
The annual license fee is $25,000 to be paid to the Board on or before January 1 for the racing of the preceding year.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1007.1 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 10. Licenses for Specific Types of Organizations and Venues
§ 11–1007.1LinkCopy Citation
(a)
There is a racetrack concessionaire license.
(b)
(1)
The Board may issue the license to a concessionaire operating in conjunction with a licensed racing establishment.
(2)
The license holder may also hold a Class 5 brewery license or a Class 7 micro–brewery license.
(c)
(1)
The license authorizes:
(i)
subject to item (iii) of this paragraph, the license holder to sell beer, wine, and liquor on the premises of the concessionaire for consumption on:
(1)
the licensed premises of the concessionaire; and
(2)
the licensed premises of the racing establishment;
(ii)
the playing of music and dancing on the licensed premises of the concessionaire; and
(iii)
if the license holder is also the holder of a Class 5 brewery license, the sale of only beer in accordance with § 2–207 of this article on the premises of the concessionaire for consumption on:
(1)
the licensed premises of the concessionaire; and
(2)
the licensed premises of the racing establishment.
(2)
Alcoholic beverages purchased under the license may be taken into and consumed on the licensed premises of the racing establishment.
(d)
(1)
The hours and days for the sale and consumption of alcoholic beverages under the license are the same as the hours and days set out for a racetrack license under § 11–1007 of this subtitle.
(2)
A holder of the license need not obtain a Sunday license under § 11–2004 of this title to sell alcoholic beverages after 2 a.m. on Sunday.
(e)
The license may not be counted as a Class B or Class H license for purposes of § 11–1609 of this title.
(f)
The annual license fee is $5,000.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1008 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 10. Licenses for Specific Types of Organizations and Venues
§ 11–1008LinkCopy Citation
(a)
In this section, “resort complex” means a recreational area:
(1)
of at least 10 acres; and
(2)
with beach facilities and other facilities to serve and accommodate at least 500 individuals at one time.
(b)
There is a resort complex license.
(c)
The Board may issue the license to the person owning or leasing a resort complex.
(d)
The license authorizes:
(1)
the license holder to sell beer, wine, and liquor at bars or counters at one or more locations in the resort complex daily for on–premises consumption; and
(2)
the playing of music and dancing.
(e)
(1)
A license holder may serve alcoholic beverages:
(i)
at one or more outside locations in the resort complex, from 8 a.m. to midnight for each outing; and
(ii)
in a main, permanent area from 6 a.m. to 2 a.m. the next day.
(2)
A holder of the license need not obtain a Sunday permit under § 11–2004 of this title to sell alcoholic beverages after 2 a.m. on Sunday.
(f)
(1)
The annual license fee is $1,800.
(2)
The fee shall be paid on or before May 1 to the Board.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1008.1 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 10. Licenses for Specific Types of Organizations and Venues
§ 11–1008.1LinkCopy Citation
(a)
There is a Class C (small yacht club) license.
(b)
An application for the license shall be signed by at least one officer of the club who is a resident, registered voter, and taxpayer of the county.
(c)
The Board may issue the license for use by a small yacht club that:
(1)
has at least 30 members paying dues of at least $75 per year per member; and
(2)
at the time of application for the license, maintains:
(i)
a clubhouse that is principally for the use of members and guests when accompanied by members; and
(ii)
slips, boat parking spaces, or berths for at least 25 boats.
(d)
The license authorizes the license holder to sell beer, wine, and liquor for on–premises consumption at the place described in the license to:
(1)
a member of the yacht club; or
(2)
a member’s guest when accompanied by the member.
(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 § 11–2004 of this title.
(f)
Notwithstanding any other provision of law, a holder of the license may purchase alcoholic beverages from a retail dealer.
(g)
The annual license fee is $525.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1008.2 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 10. Licenses for Specific Types of Organizations and Venues
§ 11–1008.2LinkCopy Citation
(a)
There is:
(1)
a sports activity venue beer and wine license; and
(2)
a sports activity venue beer, wine, and liquor license.
(b)
The Board may issue a license to the owner or operator of a commercial recreational facility that offers:
(1)
bowling;
(2)
golf simulators;
(3)
multisport simulators;
(4)
indoor or outdoor pickleball courts;
(5)
indoor gymnasiums or training centers; or
(6)
any similar sport activity or venue.
(c)
(1)
The sports activity venue beer and wine license authorizes the holder to sell beer and wine at retail at the place described in the license for on–premises consumption.
(2)
The sports activity venue beer, wine, and liquor license authorizes the holder to sell beer, wine, and liquor at retail at the place described in the license for on–premises consumption.
(d)
(1)
The license holder may sell or serve alcohol only in areas within the premises designated for activity, seating, bar service, and dining, including private party rooms, as delineated in the license application and site plan approved by the Board.
(2)
The license authorizes sales to a customer, at least 21 years old, who is:
(i)
actively utilizing or participating in the venue’s recreational services or dining; or
(ii)
on the licensed premises as a guest of a participant in an activity offered by the venue.
(e)
The license holder shall maintain and offer for sale to customers a variety of prepared, consumable food items available during all hours that alcoholic beverages are for sale, as approved by the Board based on the nature of the facility.
(f)
The license holder shall:
(1)
require all employees serving alcohol to be certified by an approved alcohol awareness training program;
(2)
implement a written policy for employees to monitor and limit service to customers who are actively participating in physical activities to ensure safety and prevent intoxication; and
(3)
obtain a crowd control training certificate where the occupant load exceeds 50 persons.
(g)
(1)
The license holder may sell alcoholic beverages Monday through Sunday from 6 a.m. to 2 a.m. the following day.
(2)
The license holder need not obtain a Sunday license under § 11–2004 of this title to sell alcoholic beverages on Sunday.
(h)
The annual license fees are:
(1)
$740 for a sports activity venue beer and wine license; and
(2)
$1,200 for a sports activity venue beer, wine, and liquor license.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1009 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 10. Licenses for Specific Types of Organizations and Venues
§ 11–1009LinkCopy Citation
(a)
There is a Class C (veterans’ organization) license.
(b)
The Board shall issue the license for use by a local unit of a nationwide nonprofit organization or club that:
(1)
is composed only of members who served in the uniformed services;
(2)
has a charter from a national veterans’ organization that was granted before the application for the license was made;
(3)
has a bona fide membership of at least 100 individuals and dues of at least $5 per year per individual; and
(4)
operates for its members and meets in a clubhouse principally used for its members.
(c)
(1)
Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, the license authorizes the license holder to sell beer, wine, and liquor at retail at the place described in the license for on–premises consumption, including:
(i)
during an event held on the licensed premises; and
(ii)
to a member of the veterans’ organization or a guest of the member.
(2)
If the license holder hosts an event for an outside group, the outside group shall obtain a Class C per diem beer, wine, and liquor license from the Board.
(d)
The license holder may sell beer, wine, and liquor during the hours and days as set out for a Class C (veterans’ organization) license under § 11–2004 of this title.
(e)
(1)
A holder of a Class C beer, wine, and liquor license issued under § 11–903 of this title that qualifies as a veterans’ organization under subsection (b) of this section may apply to convert the license to a Class C (veterans’ organization) license.
(2)
The conversion to and issuance of a Class C (veterans’ organization) license under paragraph (1) of this subsection shall be considered a license renewal and not an issuance of a new license.
(f)
(1)
The annual license fee is $300.
(2)
The Board may provide application and administrative fee discounts to an organization that:
(i)
qualifies as a veterans’ organization under subsection (b) of this section; and
(ii)
(1)
holds a Class C (veterans’ organization) license;
(2)
applies for an initial or renewal Class C (veterans’ organization) license; or
(3)
holds a Class C beer, wine, and liquor license that is converted to a Class C (veterans’ organization) license under subsection (e) of this section.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1010 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 10. Licenses for Specific Types of Organizations and Venues
§ 11–1010LinkCopy Citation
(a)
There is a Class C (yacht club) license.
(b)
An application for the license shall be signed by at least one officer of the club who is a resident, registered voter, and taxpayer of the county.
(c)
The Board may issue the license for use by a yacht club that:
(1)
has at least 50 members paying dues of at least $75 per year per member; and
(2)
at the time of application for the license, maintains:
(i)
a clubhouse with a seating capacity of at least 100;
(ii)
slips, boat parking spaces, or berths for at least 50 boats; and
(iii)
at least 1 acre.
(d)
The license authorizes the license holder to sell beer, wine, and liquor for on–premises consumption at retail at the place described in the license to:
(1)
a member of the yacht club; or
(2)
a member’s guest when accompanied by the member.
(e)
The license holder may sell beer, wine, and liquor during the hours and days as set out for Class C beer, wine, and liquor licenses under § 11–2004 of this title.
(f)
The annual license fee is $1,800.
Subtitle 11. Additional License Privileges
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1101 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 11. Additional License Privileges
§ 11–1101LinkCopy Citation
(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)
Section 4–1105 (“Refillable container permit — Wine”) of Division I of this article does not apply in the county.
(c)
The following sections of Title 4, Subtitle 11 (“Additional License Privileges”) of Division I of this article apply in the county:
(1)
§ 4–1104 (“Refillable container permit — Draft beer”), subject to § 11–1103 of this subtitle; and
(2)
§ 4–1106 (“Nonrefillable container permit –– Draft beer”), subject to § 11–1103.1 of this subtitle.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1102 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 11. Additional License Privileges
§ 11–1102LinkCopy Citation
(a)
(1)
On the premises, or on adjacent property over which a license holder has ownership or control, a license holder:
(i)
may allow piped–in background music or one television screen; but
(ii)
unless issued a permit described in this section that authorizes the activity, may not allow:
(1)
the playing of music, including live music;
(2)
the operation of a karaoke machine;
(3)
the playing of music by a disc jockey; or
(4)
floor shows or any other similar type of entertainment.
(2)
The Board may issue a permit described in this section only if the Board finds that:
(i)
the applicant can control the individuals using the licensed premises;
(ii)
the operation of the premises under the permit will not unduly disturb the peace of the residents of the neighborhood in which the place of business is located; and
(iii)
the issuing of the permit:
(1)
is necessary to accommodate the public;
(2)
will not be detrimental to the public welfare; and
(3)
will not violate a county fire, health, or building regulation.
(b)
(1)
There is a background entertainment permit.
(2)
The Board may issue the permit to a holder of a Class B license, a Class BLX license, a Class D license, or a Class H license.
(3)
The permit authorizes the playing of:
(i)
more than one television; and
(ii)
recorded music or piped–in background music.
(4)
The permit holder may not allow floor shows or similar live entertainment.
(5)
The annual permit fee is $100.
(c)
(1)
There is a general entertainment permit.
(2)
The Board may issue the permit to a holder of a Class B license, a Class BLX license, a Class D license, or a Class H license.
(3)
The permit authorizes:
(i)
the holder to provide the entertainment allowed under a background entertainment permit;
(ii)
live music with not more than four musicians; and
(iii)
the playing of:
(1)
trivia games;
(2)
a karaoke machine; and
(3)
music by a disc jockey.
(4)
(i)
The permit holder may not allow floor shows or similar live entertainment.
(ii)
If the entertainment authorized under paragraph (3) of this subsection will occur outside, the area used for the event shall be at least 100 feet from any residentially zoned property.
(5)
The annual permit fees are:
(i)
$200 for a holder of a beer and wine license; and
(ii)
$300 for a holder of a beer, wine, and liquor license.
(d)
(1)
There is a full entertainment permit.
(2)
The Board may issue the permit to a holder of:
(i)
a Class B license;
(ii)
except as provided in paragraph (4) of this subsection, a Class BLX license;
(iii)
a Class C license;
(iv)
a Class D license; or
(v)
except as provided in paragraph (4) of this subsection, a Class H license.
(3)
The permit authorizes the holder to provide:
(i)
the entertainment allowed under a general entertainment permit; and
(ii)
music, a permanent dance floor, a stage area, floor shows, and other legal forms of entertainment.
(4)
(i)
The Board may not issue the permit to a holder of a Class BLX license or a Class H license if the premises for which the Class BLX license or Class H license is issued is within 1,000 feet in a straight line from entry to entry from a place of worship or school.
(ii)
Notwithstanding subparagraph (i) of this paragraph, the Board may issue the permit to the holder of a Class H license if the licensed premises is located within 1,000 feet in a straight line from entry to entry from a school located at the Annapolis Mall.
(iii)
If the entertainment authorized under paragraph (3) of this subsection will occur outside, the area used for the event shall be at least 100 feet from any residentially zoned property.
(5)
The annual permit fees are:
(i)
$200 for a holder of a beer and wine license;
(ii)
$400 for a holder of a beer, wine, and liquor license; and
(iii)
no charge for a holder of a Class C license.
(e)
(1)
There is a limited special event permit.
(2)
The Board, in its sole discretion, may issue the permit to a holder of:
(i)
a Class B license;
(ii)
except as provided in paragraph (4) of this subsection, a Class BLX license;
(iii)
a Class C license;
(iv)
a Class D license; or
(v)
except as provided in paragraph (4) of this subsection, a Class H license.
(3)
The permit authorizes the holder to provide music, dancing, and other legal forms of entertainment.
(4)
The Board may not issue the permit to a holder of a Class BLX license or a Class H license if the premises for which the Class BLX license or Class H license is issued is within 1,000 feet in a straight line from entry to entry from a place of worship or school.
(5)
Before issuing a permit, the Board may require a license holder to provide information on the planned event for which the permit is requested .
(f)
(1)
There is an outdoor permit.
(2)
The Board may issue the permit to a holder of a Class B license, a Class BLX license, a Class C license, a Class D license, or a Class H license.
(3)
The permit authorizes the holder to provide outdoor table service to customers on the grounds of the licensed establishment.
(4)
The annual permit fee is $100.
(5)
Before the permit may be renewed, a holder shall obtain approval from the Board.
(g)
(1)
There is an outdoor entertainment permit.
(2)
The Board may issue the permit to a holder of a Class B license, a Class BLX license, a Class C license, a Class D license, or a Class H license who also holds a music permit, an entertainment permit, or a dancing permit under this section.
(3)
The permit authorizes the holder to provide:
(i)
the same form of entertainment outdoors that the holder is allowed to provide indoors under the holder’s music permit, entertainment permit, or dancing permit; and
(ii)
outdoor table service or cafe service.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1103 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 11. Additional License Privileges
§ 11–1103LinkCopy Citation
(a)
The Board may issue a refillable container permit for draft beer to a holder of a Class A license, a Class B license, or a Class D license.
(b)
An applicant for the permit shall complete the form that the Board provides.
(c)
The hours of sale for the permit:
(1)
begin at the same time as those for the underlying license; and
(2)
end at midnight.
(d)
The Board shall adopt regulations to carry out this section.
(e)
The annual permit fees are:
(1)
$50 for an applicant whose license has an off–sale privilege; and
(2)
$500 for an applicant whose license does not have an off–sale privilege.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1103.1 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 11. Additional License Privileges
§ 11–1103.1LinkCopy Citation
(a)
The Board may issue a nonrefillable container permit for draft beer to a holder of a Class A license, a Class B license, or a Class D license.
(b)
An applicant for the permit shall complete the form that the Board provides.
(c)
The hours of sale for the permit:
(1)
begin at the same time as those for the underlying license; and
(2)
end at midnight.
(d)
The Board shall adopt regulations to carry out this section.
(e)
(1)
Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, the annual permit fees are:
(i)
$50 for an applicant whose license has an off–sale privilege; and
(ii)
$500 for an applicant whose license does not have an off–sale privilege.
(2)
An applicant who has a refillable container permit may not be charged a fee for a nonrefillable container permit.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1104 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 11. Additional License Privileges
§ 11–1104LinkCopy Citation
(a)
This section does not apply to a person who holds:
(1)
a hotel–limited service license; or
(2)
a beach and amusement park license.
(b)
There is a Sunday permit.
(c)
Any license holder may be issued the permit.
(d)
(1)
The holder of the permit may sell the alcoholic beverages on Sunday that are authorized by the license already held.
(2)
The permit is subject to the same hours, restrictions, and other provisions for the license already held.
(e)
An applicant shall be issued the permit on:
(1)
approval of an application made in the same manner for a new license; and
(2)
payment of the required fee.
(f)
The annual permit fees are:
(1)
$60 for a beer and light wine Sunday permit; and
(2)
$120 for a beer, wine, and liquor Sunday permit.
(g)
The permit may be renewed in the same manner as a license.
(h)
If the license held by the license holder of a Sunday permit is suspended or revoked, the permit is also suspended or revoked.
Subtitle 13. Temporary Licenses
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1301 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 13. Temporary Licenses
§ 11–1301LinkCopy Citation
(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)
§ 4–1202 (“Per diem licenses”);
(2)
§ 4–1203 (“Class C per diem beer and Class C per diem beer and wine licenses”);
(3)
§ 4–1206 (“License to dispose of stock”);
(4)
§ 4–1207 (“Temporary move of licensed premises”);
(5)
§ 4–1208 (“Hours and days of sale”); and
(6)
§ 4–1209 (“Wine permit for fund–raising event”).
(b)
Section 4–1205 (“License fees”) of Division I of this article does not apply in the county and is superseded by § 11–1311 of this subtitle.
(c)
Section 4–1204 (“Class C per diem beer, wine, and liquor license”) of Division I of this article applies in the county, subject to § 11–1312 of this subtitle.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1304 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 13. Temporary Licenses
§ 11–1304LinkCopy Citation
(a)
In this section, “festival” means the Anne Arundel County Beer and Wine Festival, the Benson–Hammond House Strawberry Festival, or any other festival that the Board approves under this section.
(b)
There is a beer and wine festival (BWF) license.
(c)
(1)
The Board may issue the license to a holder of a retail license, a Class 3 winery license, or a Class 4 limited winery license.
(2)
The Board may issue the license to a nonprofit organization, as defined by § 501(c) of the Internal Revenue Code, that meets the requirements of:
(i)
this section; and
(ii)
any regulations that the Board adopts.
(d)
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; and
(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.
(e)
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 a festival.
(f)
The Board:
(1)
each year may choose 1 weekend, Friday through Sunday inclusive, for a festival to take place;
(2)
may not choose a weekend that occurs within 14 days before or after 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 a festival is the promotion of Maryland beer and wine.
(g)
(1)
The license holder may hold another license of a different class or nature.
(2)
The license holder may display and sell beer or wine at a festival without holding a nonprofit beer, wine, and liquor festival permit under § 2–131 of this article.
(h)
Beer and wine displayed and sold shall be:
(1)
invoiced to the license holder by a wholesaler, a Class 3 winery, or a Class 4 limited winery; and
(2)
delivered to a festival from the licensed premises of the wholesaler, Class 3 winery, or Class 4 limited winery.
(i)
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.
(j)
The Board may set the license fee.
(k)
The Board shall adopt regulations to carry out this section.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1305 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 13. Temporary Licenses
§ 11–1305LinkCopy Citation
(a)
There is a Class WS wine sampling license.
(b)
The Board may issue the license to a nonprofit organization.
(c)
(1)
The license authorizes the on–premises consumption of wine for sampling:
(i)
on premises for which a Class B beer and wine or beer, wine, and liquor license has been issued, with the consent of the holder of the license for the premises; or
(ii)
at a location that is not already licensed.
(2)
The license holder may bring wine onto the Class B licensed premises for sampling.
(d)
The nonprofit organization shall apply for the license at least 15 days before the license is issued.
(e)
The Board may issue not more than 12 licenses in a license year to a single nonprofit organization.
(f)
The license holder may serve a quantity of not more than 2 ounces from each offering to an individual.
(g)
The license fee is $15 per day.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1306 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 13. Temporary Licenses
§ 11–1306LinkCopy Citation
(a)
There is a Class WT wine tasting license.
(b)
The Board may issue the license to a holder of a Class BW license or Class BWL license.
(c)
The license authorizes the license holder to allow on–premises consumption for tasting of light wine.
(d)
The license holder may serve a quantity of not more than 1 ounce from each offering to an individual.
(e)
The annual license fee is:
(1)
$50 for a holder of a Class BW license; and
(2)
$150 for a holder of a Class BWL license.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1307 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 13. Temporary Licenses
§ 11–1307LinkCopy Citation
(a)
There is a BWT beer and wine tasting license.
(b)
The Board may issue the license to a holder of a Class A beer, wine, and liquor license or Class A beer and wine license.
(c)
The license authorizes a license holder to allow on–premises consumption of beer and light wine for tasting.
(d)
The license holder may serve to an individual:
(1)
light wine in a quantity of not more than 1 ounce from each offering; and
(2)
beer in a quantity of not more than 3 ounces.
(e)
In addition to the Class A annual fee, the annual license fee is $150.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1308 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 13. Temporary Licenses
§ 11–1308LinkCopy Citation
(a)
There is a BWLT beer, wine, and liquor tasting license.
(b)
The Board may issue the license to a holder of a Class A beer, wine, and liquor license or Class A beer and wine license.
(c)
The license authorizes a license holder to allow on–premises consumption of beer, light wine, and liquor for tasting.
(d)
The license holder may serve to an individual:
(1)
liquor in a quantity of not more than one–half ounce each from any of five offerings per day;
(2)
light wine in a quantity of not more than 1 ounce from each offering; and
(3)
beer in a quantity of not more than 3 ounces.
(e)
In addition to the Class A annual fee, the annual license fee is $500.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1311 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 13. Temporary Licenses
§ 11–1311LinkCopy Citation
(a)
For an event with an estimated attendance of fewer than 500 individuals:
(1)
the fee for a Class C per diem beer license and a Class C per diem beer and wine license is $25 per day; and
(2)
the fee for a Class C per diem beer, wine, and liquor license is $50 per day.
(b)
For an event with an estimated attendance of 500 or more individuals:
(1)
the fee for a Class C per diem beer license and a Class C per diem beer and wine license is $25 per point of sale location that serves alcohol at the event per day; and
(2)
the fee for a Class C per diem beer, wine, and liquor license is $50 per point of sale location that serves alcohol at the event per day.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1312 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 13. Temporary Licenses
§ 11–1312LinkCopy Citation
(a)
Section 3–102 of the General Provisions Article and provisions regarding applications for licenses under Subtitle 14 of this title and issuance of licenses under Subtitle 15 of this title do not apply to an applicant for:
(1)
a Class C per diem beer license;
(2)
a Class C per diem beer and wine license; and
(3)
a Class C per diem beer, wine, and liquor license.
(b)
A Class C per diem beer, wine, and liquor license holder may purchase beer from a wholesaler.
Subtitle 14. Applications for Licenses
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1401 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 14. Applications for Licenses
§ 11–1401LinkCopy Citation
(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)
§ 4–106 (“Payment of notice expenses”);
(3)
§ 4–108 (“Application form required by Comptroller”);
(4)
§ 4–109 (“Required information on application — In general”);
(5)
§ 4–111 (“Payment of license fees”); and
(6)
§ 4–114 (“Fees for licenses issued for less than 1 year”).
(b)
(1)
Section 4–110 (“Required information on application – Petition of support”) of Division I of this article does not apply in the county.
(2)
Section 4–113 (“Refund of license fees”) of Division I of this article does not apply in the county and is superseded by § 11–1407 of this subtitle.
(3)
The following sections of Title 4, Subtitle 1 (“Applications for Local Licenses”) of Division I of this article do not apply in the county to racetrack licenses or beach and amusement park licenses:
(i)
§ 4–103 (“Application on behalf of partnership”);
(ii)
§ 4–104 (“Application on behalf of corporation or club”); and
(iii)
§ 4–105 (“Application on behalf of limited liability company”).
(c)
(1)
The following sections of Title 4, Subtitle 1 (“Applications for Local Licenses”) of Division I of this article apply in the county except for racetrack license or beach and amusement park licenses:
(i)
§ 4–103 (“Application on behalf of partnership”), subject to § 11–1408 of this subtitle;
(ii)
§ 4–104 (“Application on behalf of corporation or club”), subject to § 11–1408 of this subtitle; and
(iii)
§ 4–105 (“Application on behalf of limited liability company”), subject to § 11–1408 of this subtitle.
(2)
The following sections of Title 4, Subtitle 1 (“Applications for Local Licenses”) of Division I of this article apply in the county:
(i)
§ 4–107 (“Criminal history records check”), subject to §§ 11–1403 and 11–1404 of this subtitle; and
(ii)
§ 4–112 (“Disposition of license fees”), subject to § 11–1406 of this subtitle.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1402 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 14. Applications for Licenses
§ 11–1402LinkCopy Citation
(a)
An application for a license is not prima facie evidence that the applicant is entitled to the license.
(b)
The applicant has the burden of proof to show the Board that approval of the license is necessary to accommodate the public at the premises of the applicant.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1403 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 14. Applications for Licenses
§ 11–1403LinkCopy Citation
(a)
The Board shall obtain criminal history record information of each applicant for a license from the Central Repository.
(b)
The Board may obtain criminal history record information on license applicants and their agents from the county police.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1404 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 14. Applications for Licenses
§ 11–1404LinkCopy Citation
The Board shall destroy the criminal history record information obtained under § 4–107 of this article on completion of the application process.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1405 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 14. Applications for Licenses
§ 11–1405LinkCopy Citation
(a)
(1)
An administrative fee shall be charged for an administrative action by the county that requires a hearing, including:
(i)
an application for a new license; and
(ii)
a change of ownership of a majority interest in a license.
(2)
The administrative fee does not apply to the renewal of a license for the same premises.
(b)
The administrative fee is:
(1)
$200 payable to the Board, in addition to any other fee required for a license; and
(2)
nonrefundable, whether the requested administrative action is granted or denied.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1406 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 14. Applications for Licenses
§ 11–1406LinkCopy Citation
The Board shall:
(1)
collect all license fees required under this article;
(2)
issue all licenses in the county; and
(3)
remit all fees collected to the Executive Director.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1407 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 14. Applications for Licenses
§ 11–1407LinkCopy Citation
A retail license holder is not entitled to a refund for a license issued in the county.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1408 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 14. Applications for Licenses
§ 11–1408LinkCopy Citation
(a)
An individual who is a resident of the State at the time an application for a license is filed under this title meets the residency requirements under §§ 4–103, 4–104, and 4–105 of this article.
(b)
The license remains valid only for as long as the resident applicant remains a resident of the State.
Subtitle 15. Issuance or Denial of Licenses
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1501 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 15. Issuance or Denial of Licenses
§ 11–1501LinkCopy Citation
(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)
§ 4–209 (“Hearing”);
(5)
§ 4–210 (“Approval or denial of license application”);
(6)
§ 4–211 (“License forms; effective date; expiration”); and
(7)
§ 4–212 (“License not property”).
(b)
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 §§ 11–1502 through 11–1504 of this subtitle;
(2)
§ 4–203 (“Prohibition against issuing multiple licenses to individual or for use of entity”), subject to §§ 11–1505, 11–1506, and 11–1507 of this subtitle and Subtitle 13, Part III and Subtitle 16, Part II of this title;
(3)
§ 4–204 (“Prohibition against issuing multiple licenses for same premises”), subject to § 11–1506 of this subtitle and Subtitle 13, Part III of this title;
(4)
§ 4–208 (“Notice of license application required”), subject to § 11–1508 of this subtitle;
(5)
§ 4–213 (“Replacement licenses”), subject to § 11–1509 of this subtitle; and
(6)
§ 4–214 (“Waiting periods after denial of license applications”), subject to § 11–1510 of this subtitle.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1502 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 15. Issuance or Denial of Licenses
§ 11–1502LinkCopy Citation
The Board may not issue a license for use in the City of Annapolis.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1503 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 15. Issuance or Denial of Licenses
§ 11–1503LinkCopy Citation
(a)
The Board shall accept and process a license application before the construction of the establishment at the location described in the application, if the application includes detailed plans of:
(1)
the establishment to be constructed;
(2)
the parking area to be provided; and
(3)
the general traffic flow in the area.
(b)
(1)
The license application shall be processed in the same manner as a license application for a location on which the establishment is already constructed.
(2)
Approval of the application is subject to:
(i)
completion of the establishment in accordance with the plans under subsection (a) of this section; and
(ii)
approval by the county building inspector, the county health department, and an inspector for the Board.
(c)
(1)
If an approved license application is not used within 1 year after the date of approval, the approval is void unless the applicant files a written application with the Board for an extension.
(2)
The Board may approve or deny an extension.
(3)
The Board shall provide written notice to the applicant at the time of application that the approval is void if the license is not in use within 1 year after the date of approval.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1504 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 15. Issuance or Denial of Licenses
§ 11–1504LinkCopy Citation
The Board may not issue a Class A or Class D beer license, beer and light wine license, or beer, wine, and liquor license to a person that holds an out–of–state alcoholic beverages license.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1505 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 15. Issuance or Denial of Licenses
§ 11–1505LinkCopy Citation
(a)
Subject to subsection (b) of this section, unless expressly authorized by this article, a person may not have an interest in more than one license issued by the Board, regardless of whether that interest is held or controlled by direct or indirect ownership, stock ownership, interlocking directors or interlocking stock ownership, franchise operation, chain store operation, or any other direct or indirect manner.
(b)
Except for an interest held or controlled by franchise operation or chain store operation, an individual may have an interest in more than one Class B license, Class H license, or Class BLX license issued by the Board, regardless of whether that interest is held or controlled by direct or indirect ownership, stock ownership, interlocking directors or interlocking stock ownership, or any other direct or indirect manner.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1506 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 15. Issuance or Denial of Licenses
§ 11–1506LinkCopy Citation
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 Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1507 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 15. Issuance or Denial of Licenses
§ 11–1507LinkCopy Citation
The prohibition against issuing multiple licenses to an individual or for use of an entity does not apply to:
(1)
resort complexes;
(2)
entertainment facilities, including entertainment concessions;
(3)
motel–restaurant complexes;
(4)
hotel–restaurant complexes having at least 100 rooms; or
(5)
hotel–limited service (on–sale) licenses.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1508 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 15. Issuance or Denial of Licenses
§ 11–1508LinkCopy Citation
(a)
(1)
The Board may fulfill the notice requirement under § 4–208 of this article by posting online a completed application at least 10 days before the application hearing.
(2)
In addition to the newspaper notice required under § 4–208 of this article or the online notice required under paragraph (1) of this subsection, the Board shall require the applicant for a license to post a suitable notice, similar to a notice used for zoning purposes, in a conspicuous place at the location described in the application for at least 10 days before the application hearing.
(b)
A notice under this section 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 Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1509 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 15. Issuance or Denial of Licenses
§ 11–1509LinkCopy Citation
The Board shall determine the fee for a replacement license.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1510 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 15. Issuance or Denial of Licenses
§ 11–1510LinkCopy Citation
(a)
If a license application is denied, another license application for the same location may not be made for 1 year after the denial.
(b)
If a license application for a location is denied twice, a license may not be issued for the same location for 2 years after the second denial.
Subtitle 16. Licensing Conditions; Multiple Licensing Plans
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1601 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 16. Licensing Conditions; Multiple Licensing Plans
§ 11–1601LinkCopy Citation
(a)
(1)
The Board may restrict the number of licenses in a specified area in the county to the existing number of licenses in that area or to any other number of licenses that the Board considers appropriate.
(2)
Before the number of licenses in a specified area is restricted, the Board shall conduct a hearing in accordance with subsection (b) of this section.
(b)
(1)
A hearing on a proposed restriction of the number of licenses in a specified area shall be advertised in the manner required for the issuance of a new license.
(2)
If, after taking testimony for and against restricting the number of licenses in a specified area, the Board decides to order the restriction, the Board:
(i)
shall determine the boundaries of the area; and
(ii)
may prohibit the issuance of additional licenses or establish the number of additional licenses to be issued in the area, if the Board determines that the area has:
(1)
sufficient licensed premises to accommodate the public;
(2)
become so saturated with licensed premises that special policing is required and traffic hazards are created; or
(3)
changed character so that the existing number of licensed premises is inconsistent with the current use of the area, and an increase in the number of licensed premises will unduly disturb the peace of residents.
(3)
(i)
The Board may restrict the number of licenses in a specified area for a period between 1 and 4 years.
(ii)
After the period that the Board sets, the restrictions shall end unless the Board holds another hearing and further restricts the number of licenses.
(c)
The Board shall conduct a hearing on restricting the number of licenses in a specified area if the Board receives a petition that:
(1)
requests the restriction;
(2)
designates the specific area to be restricted; and
(3)
is signed by at least 25 individuals who are property owners and registered voters of the precinct in which the proposed restricted area is located.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1602 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 16. Licensing Conditions; Multiple Licensing Plans
§ 11–1602LinkCopy Citation
(a)
In this section, “assessment district” means a tax assessment district:
(1)
established by the county; and
(2)
shown on the official map adopted by the County Council titled “Tax Assessment Districts, 2005”.
(b)
Subject to subsection (c) of this section, the Board may issue a Class A (off–sale), Class B (off–sale), or Class D (off–sale) license based on its determination of whether the license is necessary to accommodate the public.
(c)
If the application is for a Class A (off–sale) or Class D (off–sale) license, the Board may not issue the license if:
(1)
the establishment for which the license would be issued is located in an assessment district in which the ratio of off–sale licenses per individual exceeds one for every 3,500 individuals; or
(2)
the issuance of the license would cause the ratio of off–sale licenses per individual in an assessment district to exceed one for every 3,500 individuals.
(d)
Subsection (c) of this section does not apply:
(1)
to the transfer or renewal of a license that was issued on or before July 1, 2025;
(2)
in the 6th tax assessment district;
(3)
to an application for an on–site consumption permit under § 2–207 of this article by an applicant that holds a Class 5 brewery license; or
(4)
to an application for a license filed on or after January 1, 2023, and approved by the Board before July 1, 2025.
(e)
The population of each assessment district is to be determined by:
(1)
the latest federal census; or
(2)
estimates prepared by the Anne Arundel County Office of Planning and Zoning.
(f)
The Board may not approve the transfer of a Class A (off–sale) license or Class D (off–sale) license:
(1)
to a location outside the assessment district in which the license was located on July 1, 2025; or
(2)
if the license was not in existence as of July 1, 2025, to a location outside the assessment district in which the license was originally issued.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1603 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 16. Licensing Conditions; Multiple Licensing Plans
§ 11–1603LinkCopy Citation
(a)
Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, the Board may not issue a new license for an establishment whose entry is within 1,000 feet in a straight line from the entry of a place of worship or school.
(b)
The prohibition against issuing a license in subsection (a) of this section does not apply to:
(1)
the transfer of a license from the current license holder to a new license holder, unless the transfer would allow the sale of alcoholic beverages by another establishment within the 1,000–foot restriction;
(2)
a nonprofit club or nonprofit organization;
(3)
a restaurant that held a license at the time the restaurant was destroyed by fire, flood, windstorm, or other act of God, if a new place of worship or school has not been constructed within the 1,000–foot restriction;
(4)
the issuance of a Class H beer and wine (on–sale) license or beer, wine, and liquor (on–sale) license;
(5)
the issuance of a motel–restaurant complex or hotel–restaurant complex beer, wine, and liquor (on–sale) license;
(6)
the issuance of a Class BLX (deluxe restaurant) (on–sale) beer, wine, and liquor license;
(7)
the issuance of a gift basket permit; or
(8)
the issuance of a Class B beer and wine (on–sale) license or Class B beer, wine, and liquor (on–sale) license for an establishment located within 1,000 feet of a school located at the Annapolis Mall.
(c)
For an establishment that is within 1,000 feet of the grounds of a place of worship or school, the Board:
(1)
may renew a license;
(2)
may extend the area of the licensed premises; but
(3)
may not change the operational classification of an existing license, unless the change is from a Class B, Class C, or Class D license to a Class H license.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1604 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 16. Licensing Conditions; Multiple Licensing Plans
§ 11–1604LinkCopy Citation
The Board may not issue a Class H beer and light wine license:
(1)
for use in conjunction with, on the site of, or to a restaurant in a bowling alley, billiard hall, or drugstore; or
(2)
for use in an establishment with a door, an archway, an opening, or other passageway providing direct public access to a bowling alley, billiard hall, or drugstore.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1607 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 16. Licensing Conditions; Multiple Licensing Plans
§ 11–1607LinkCopy Citation
(a)
(1)
A license holder may hold not more than 10 licenses of any class in accordance with this section.
(2)
Of the licenses held by a license holder:
(i)
not more than four licenses may be licenses in which the license holder holds a direct interest; and
(ii)
the remaining licenses may only be licenses in which the license holder holds an indirect interest, as evidenced by any of the following relationships involving the license holder and another license holder or the license holder and an applicant for a license:
(1)
a common parent company;
(2)
a franchise agreement;
(3)
a licensing agreement;
(4)
a concession agreement;
(5)
membership by the license holder and the other person in a chain of businesses commonly owned and operated and so portrayed to the public;
(6)
sharing of directors or stockholders or sharing of directors or stockholders of parent companies or subsidiaries;
(7)
common direct or indirect sharing of profit from the sale of alcoholic beverages;
(8)
sharing of a common trade name, trademark, logo, or theme; or
(9)
except for hotels and motels, sharing of a mode of operation identifiable by the public.
(b)
The Board may issue one Class B license, Class BLX license, or Class H license to a person for a restaurant located anywhere in the county.
(c)
The Board may issue a second license to a license holder if:
(1)
the license holder holds a Class B license that has a restriction prohibiting off–sales, a Class H license, or a Class BLX license;
(2)
the license sought is a Class H license or a Class BLX license; and
(3)
the restaurant for which the license is sought is located in:
(i)
the Glen Burnie Urban Renewal Area;
(ii)
the Parole Town Center Growth Management Area;
(iii)
the Odenton Town Center Growth Management Area;
(iv)
the Baltimore–Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport State Priority Funding Area, as designated by the county in accordance with § 6–301(f)(8) of the Economic Development Article;
(v)
a shopping center with a gross area of at least 1,000,000 square feet that is zoned C3 General Commercial or MXD–C (Mixed Use Commercial) by the zoning article of the County Code;
(vi)
the Route 198 corridor, consisting of properties located within 500 feet of the right–of–way of Maryland Route 198, from Maryland Route 32 on the east to the Prince George’s County–Anne Arundel County line on the west;
(vii)
a community revitalization zone with a designation in the series “A” through “P”, inclusive, as shown on the map adopted by the County Council by Bill 97–01 of the county ordinances;
(viii)
the Severn Commercial District, consisting of properties designated as “commercial zoning” by the comprehensive rezoning maps adopted by the County Council and located on that portion of Maryland Route 174 west of Maryland Route 100 and east of the railroad right–of–way owned by the National Railroad Passenger Corporation (Parcel 117, Anne Arundel County Tax Map 29);
(ix)
the Edgewater/Mayo Commercial District, consisting of those properties that are designated “commercial zoning districts” on the comprehensive rezoning maps adopted by the County Council for the Edgewater/Mayo Small Area Planning District;
(x)
the Pasadena Commercial District, consisting of those properties that are designated “commercial zoning areas”, including Lake Shore Crossing, Lake Shore Plaza, and the Mountain Marketplace Shopping Center on the comprehensive zoning maps adopted by the County Council for the Pasadena Small Area Planning District; or
(xi)
the area in Pasadena known as the Brumwell Property.
(d)
The Board may issue a third license to a license holder if:
(1)
the license sought is a Class BLX license; and
(2)
the restaurant for which the license is sought is located in:
(i)
the Glen Burnie Urban Renewal Area;
(ii)
the Parole Town Center Growth Management Area;
(iii)
the Odenton Town Center Growth Management Area;
(iv)
the Baltimore–Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport State Priority Funding Area, as designated by the county in accordance with § 6–301(f)(8) of the Economic Development Article;
(v)
a shopping center with a gross area of at least 1,000,000 square feet that is zoned C3 General Commercial or MXD–C (Mixed Use Commercial) by the zoning article of the County Code;
(vi)
the Route 198 corridor, consisting of properties located within 500 feet of the right–of–way of Maryland Route 198, from Maryland Route 32 on the east to the Prince George’s County–Anne Arundel County line on the west;
(vii)
a community revitalization zone with a designation in the series “A” through “P”, inclusive, as shown on the map adopted by the County Council by Bill 97–01 of the county ordinances;
(viii)
the Severn Commercial District, consisting of properties designated as “commercial zoning” by the comprehensive rezoning maps adopted by the County Council and located on that portion of Maryland Route 174 west of Maryland Route 100 and east of the railroad right–of–way owned by the National Railroad Passenger Corporation (Parcel 117, Anne Arundel County Tax Map 29);
(ix)
the Edgewater/Mayo Commercial District, consisting of those properties that are designated “commercial zoning districts” on the comprehensive rezoning maps adopted by the County Council for the Edgewater/Mayo Small Area Planning District;
(x)
the Pasadena Commercial District, consisting of those properties that are designated “commercial zoning areas”, including Lake Shore Crossing, Lake Shore Plaza, and the Mountain Marketplace Shopping Center on the comprehensive zoning maps adopted by the County Council for the Pasadena Small Area Planning District; or
(xi)
the area in Pasadena known as the Brumwell Property.
(e)
(1)
The Board may issue a fourth, fifth, sixth, seventh, eighth, ninth, or tenth license to a license holder if the license sought is a Class BLX license.
(2)
The restaurant for which the license is sought may be located anywhere in the county.
(f)
(1)
Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, a license that was issued on or before June 30, 2006, and in which a license holder holds a direct interest or an indirect interest shall be counted against the maximum number of 10 licenses that the license holder may hold under this section but is exempt from the restrictions under subsections (b) through (e) of this section.
(2)
A Class H license that was issued in the period beginning on March 14, 2005, and ending on December 1, 2005, may not be counted against the maximum number of 10 licenses that the license holder may hold under this section.
(g)
The Board shall adopt regulations to carry out this section.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1608 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 16. Licensing Conditions; Multiple Licensing Plans
§ 11–1608LinkCopy Citation
(a)
(1)
In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
(2)
“Capital investment” means amounts paid for the acquisition of property:
(i)
for a useful life greater than 1 year; or
(ii)
for a permanent improvement or betterment of the property that has a useful life greater than 1 year.
(3)
“Cost of land” includes:
(i)
the purchase price, taxes and fees incidental to the purchase, and costs related to obtaining appropriate zoning and licensing;
(ii)
the cost of site grading, preparation, paving, sidewalks, gutters, curbs, and landscaping; and
(iii)
the cost of the construction and installation of all utilities to the exterior of the building shell.
(4)
“Cost of the building shell” includes the cost attributable to a structure with a roof, sidewalls, doors, and windows completely enclosed and weatherproofed on a slab or other subflooring.
(b)
The Board may issue a 7–day Class BLX deluxe restaurant on–sale beer, wine, and liquor license.
(c)
The license may only be used in an establishment that:
(1)
qualifies as a restaurant under the regulations of the Board;
(2)
has a minimum seating capacity of 100 individuals for dining;
(3)
has a cocktail lounge or bar area seating capacity not exceeding 25% of the seating capacity for dining;
(4)
has parking facilities to accommodate a minimum of 75 vehicles; and
(5)
has a minimum capital investment by the applicant for the license of $800,000, exclusive of the cost of the land and buildings.
(d)
(1)
If an applicant for the license purchases an existing building, the capital investment attributable to the cost of the building shell will be based on the fair market value of the structures for which the cost of the building shell was incurred, determined at the time of purchase.
(2)
The capital investment, excluding land and building shell, shall also be evaluated at the fair market value at the time of purchase.
(3)
If the premises are leased, the rent paid for the land shall be considered a cost of land and any rent paid for a building shall be considered a cost of the building shell.
(e)
The license may not be issued for use in an establishment that is a fast–food style restaurant.
(f)
A license holder may exercise the privileges of sale under a Class BLX license during the same hours and days as those for a Class B on–sale beer, wine, and liquor license in the county.
(g)
(1)
This subsection does not apply to a transfer of license holders for the same premises or a renewal of a Class BLX license.
(2)
A Class BLX license may not be transferred from the location site of the first issuance of the license.
(h)
The annual license fee is $1,200.
(i)
The Board shall adopt regulations to carry out this section.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1609 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 16. Licensing Conditions; Multiple Licensing Plans
§ 11–1609LinkCopy Citation
(a)
(1)
Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, the Board may issue:
(i)
a second license, if the second license is any Class H license, to:
(1)
a holder of any Class B license that has a restriction prohibiting sales for consumption off the premises; or
(2)
a holder of any Class H license; or
(ii)
not more than four additional licenses, if each additional license is a Class H beer and light wine license, to:
(1)
a holder of a Class B beer and light wine license that has a restriction prohibiting sales for consumption off the premises; or
(2)
a holder of a Class H beer and light wine license.
(2)
At least one restaurant for which the Class H license under paragraph (1) of this subsection is sought or to which the original Class B or Class H license applies must be in:
(i)
a suburban community center designated by the county in accordance with Bill Nos. 36–96 and 70–96 of the county ordinances; or
(ii)
one of the following locations as the location existed on October 1, 1999:
(1)
the Glen Burnie Urban Renewal Area;
(2)
the Parole Town Center Growth Management Area;
(3)
the Odenton Town Center Growth Management Area;
(4)
the Baltimore–Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport State Priority Funding Area, as designated by the county in accordance with § 6–301(f)(8) of the Economic Development Article;
(5)
a shopping center with a gross area of at least 1,000,000 square feet that is zoned C3 General Commercial by the zoning article of the County Code; or
(6)
the Route 198 corridor, consisting of properties located within 500 feet of the right–of–way of Maryland Route 198, from Maryland Route 32 on the east to the Prince George’s County–Anne Arundel County line on the west.
(b)
The Board may not issue more than 60 Class H licenses under this section.
(c)
(1)
Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, the Board may issue a maximum of:
(i)
two licenses to a person in the county if each license is a Class H beer, wine, and liquor license; or
(ii)
five licenses to a person in the county if each license is a Class H beer and light wine license.
(2)
At least one restaurant for which one of the Class H licenses under paragraph (1) of this subsection is sought must be in:
(i)
a suburban community center designated by the county in accordance with Bill Nos. 36–96 and 70–96 of the county ordinances; or
(ii)
one of the following locations as the location existed on October 1, 1999:
(1)
the Glen Burnie Urban Renewal Area;
(2)
the Parole Town Center Growth Management Area;
(3)
the Odenton Town Center Growth Management Area;
(4)
the Baltimore–Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport State Priority Funding Area, as designated by the county in accordance with § 6–301(f)(8) of the Economic Development Article;
(5)
a shopping center with a gross area of at least 1,000,000 square feet that is zoned C3 General Commercial by the zoning article of the County Code; or
(6)
the Route 198 corridor, consisting of properties located within 500 feet of the right–of–way of Maryland Route 198, from Route 32 on the east to the Prince George’s County–Anne Arundel County line on the west.
(d)
A franchisor may not have a direct ownership interest, as defined by the Board, in more than five licenses under this section.
(e)
The Board shall adopt regulations:
(1)
to carry out this section; and
(2)
that define “direct ownership interest” for the purposes of subsection (d) of this section.
Subtitle 17. Transfer of Licenses; Substitution of Names on License
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1701 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 17. Transfer of Licenses; Substitution of Names on License
§ 11–1701LinkCopy Citation
(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”); and
(2)
§ 4–304 (“Compliance with Bulk Transfers Act required”).
(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 § 11–1702 of this subtitle;
(2)
§ 4–305 (“Filing fee and endorsement”), subject to § 11–1703 of this subtitle; and
(3)
§ 4–306 (“Substitution of names of officers on license”), subject to § 11–1706 of this subtitle.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1702 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 17. Transfer of Licenses; Substitution of Names on License
§ 11–1702LinkCopy Citation
(a)
(1)
Subject to subsection (b) of this section, the Board may not approve an application for the transfer of a license unless:
(i)
all obligations of the transferor pertaining to the licensed establishment have been paid; or
(ii)
an arrangement concerning debts and obligations satisfactory to the transferor’s creditors has been made.
(2)
Paragraph (1) of this subsection also applies to approval of an application for a new license if the Board believes that the application is being used to avoid provisions regarding the transfer of a license.
(b)
(1)
The Board is not bound by subsection (a) of this section unless:
(i)
a creditor submits a claim, under affidavit, to the Board before the hearing held on the transfer; and
(ii)
the claim involves an indebtedness incurred through the purchase or sale of alcoholic beverages in connection with the licensed premises.
(2)
If the Board determines that a properly filed claim is outside the expertise of the Board, the Board may approve an application for the transfer of a license or an application for a new license if there is:
(i)
an amicable resolution of the claim; or
(ii)
a judicial determination on the claim.
(c)
Within 1 year after the date of final approval by the Board, and in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations on transfers of licenses, an approved applicant may transfer the license to other premises within one–half mile if the premises for which the license was issued is:
(1)
substantially destroyed by fire, explosion, or catastrophe;
(2)
taken by condemnation;
(3)
taken by the exercise of the power of eminent domain; or
(4)
no longer leased by the license holder due to the delay of a court case or other administrative process delay.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1703 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 17. Transfer of Licenses; Substitution of Names on License
§ 11–1703LinkCopy Citation
(a)
This section does not apply to a club license.
(b)
The fee for a transfer of location or ownership of a license is $200.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1704 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 17. Transfer of Licenses; Substitution of Names on License
§ 11–1704LinkCopy Citation
Notwithstanding § 11–1505 of this title, a person that has an interest in more than one license may transfer each license to a similar type of business establishment.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1705 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 17. Transfer of Licenses; Substitution of Names on License
§ 11–1705LinkCopy Citation
(a)
A license may not be transferred unless the license holder has actively engaged in the sale of alcoholic beverages as authorized by the license within 1 year before the date of application for transfer.
(b)
An attempted transfer of a dormant license not in accordance with this section is void.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1706 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 17. Transfer of Licenses; Substitution of Names on License
§ 11–1706LinkCopy Citation
(a)
(1)
In addition to the conditions stated under § 4–306(a) of this article, a corporation or club holding a license may substitute on the license the name of a different officer for the name of any officer who:
(i)
has moved from the county; or
(ii)
no longer has a financial interest in the corporation or club.
(2)
The substitution may not be accompanied by a sale of corporate stock that results in a change of the controlling interest of the corporation or club.
(b)
The corporation or club may apply to the Board for a substitution by submitting a letter that is signed by the new license applicant and the two remaining license holders.
(c)
The Board may not approve the application for the substitution unless:
(1)
all obligations of the corporation or club have been paid; or
(2)
an arrangement concerning debts and obligations satisfactory to the creditors of the corporation or club has been made.
(d)
(1)
On the approval of the Board and the payment of the necessary costs and fees, a corrected license shall be issued.
(2)
In all other cases a formal transfer of the license shall be accomplished in accordance with §§ 4–302, 4–304, and 4–305 of this article.
Subtitle 18. Renewal of Licenses
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1801 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 18. Renewal of Licenses
§ 11–1801LinkCopy Citation
Title 4, Subtitle 4 (“Renewal of Local Licenses”) of Division I of this article applies in the county without exception or variation.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1802 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 18. Renewal of Licenses
§ 11–1802LinkCopy Citation
An applicant for a license renewal shall pay to the local collecting agent a nonrefundable renewal fee of $50 in addition to the annual license fee.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1803 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 18. Renewal of Licenses
§ 11–1803LinkCopy Citation
Notwithstanding § 11–1504 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 Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1804 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 18. Renewal of Licenses
§ 11–1804LinkCopy Citation
Notwithstanding § 11–1505 of this title, a person that has an interest in more than one license may renew the licenses.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1805 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 18. Renewal of Licenses
§ 11–1805LinkCopy Citation
(a)
(1)
(i)
A license may not be renewed unless the license holder has actively engaged in the sale of alcoholic beverages as authorized by the license within 1 year before the date of application for renewal.
(ii)
An attempted renewal of a dormant license not in accordance with this section is void.
(2)
Except as provided in paragraph (3) of this subsection, the reissuance of a dormant license is subject to the hearing, notice, and other provisions of Title 4, Subtitle 2 of this article.
(3)
The Board may renew or reissue the dormant license of a license holder without holding a hearing if:
(i)
the main building of the licensed premises has been destroyed by fire, wind, or flood; and
(ii)
the license holder proves that substantial efforts are being made to restore, replace, or repair the licensed premises.
(b)
(1)
A license reissuance is in effect for 1 year after the Board approves the reissuance.
(2)
The license holder may seek a reissuance for an additional year by following the procedures of this section.
(3)
The license holder shall pay the annual license fee for each year of the reissuance, including any year that the licensed premises is not open.
Subtitle 19. Conduct of License Holders
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1901 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 19. Conduct of License Holders
§ 11–1901LinkCopy Citation
(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)
§ 4–506 (“Evidence of purchaser’s age”);
(4)
§ 4–507 (“Retail delivery of alcoholic beverages”); and
(5)
§ 4–508 (“Display of license”).
(b)
The following sections of Title 4, Subtitle 5 (“Conduct of Local License Holders”) of Division I of this article apply in the county:
(1)
§ 4–504 (“Employment of underage individuals”), subject to § 11–1902 of this subtitle; and
(2)
§ 4–505 (“Alcohol awareness program”), subject to § 11–1902.1 of this subtitle.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1902 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 19. Conduct of License Holders
§ 11–1902LinkCopy Citation
(a)
A holder of a Class A license may employ an individual at least 16 years old to stock alcoholic beverages.
(b)
An individual at least 18 years old may serve alcoholic beverages while acting as a server.
(c)
An individual under the age of 21 years may not act as a bartender or in any solely bar–related capacity.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1902.1 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 19. Conduct of License Holders
§ 11–1902.1LinkCopy Citation
(a)
The license holder or an individual designated by the license holder who is employed in a supervisory capacity shall:
(1)
be certified by an approved alcohol awareness program; and
(2)
be present on the licensed premises at all times when alcoholic beverages may be sold.
(b)
A license holder who violates this section is subject to:
(1)
for a first offense, a $100 fine; and
(2)
for each subsequent offense, a fine not exceeding $500 or a suspension or revocation of the license or both.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-1903 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 19. Conduct of License Holders
§ 11–1903LinkCopy Citation
(a)
A holder of a Class D beer, wine, and liquor license may sell alcoholic beverages or allow alcoholic beverages to be provided only in a room with at least one plain glass window facing the street.
(b)
(1)
The window shall enable an individual standing on the ground to observe the interior of the premises when sales of alcoholic beverages are prohibited.
(2)
The view afforded by the window may not be obstructed when sales of alcoholic beverages are prohibited.
Subtitle 20. Hours and Days for Consumption and Sale
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-2001 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 20. Hours and Days for Consumption and Sale
§ 11–2001LinkCopy Citation
(a)
(1)
Unless otherwise provided in this title, from 2 a.m. to 6 a.m. on any day, an individual may not consume alcoholic beverages in a premises licensed under this title.
(2)
An owner, an operator, or a manager of a premises licensed under this title may not knowingly allow 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 $50.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-2003 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 20. Hours and Days for Consumption and Sale
§ 11–2003LinkCopy Citation
(a)
(1)
A holder of a Class A beer and light wine license may sell beer and light wine on Monday through Saturday from 6 a.m. to 2 a.m. the following day.
(2)
Except as provided in paragraph (3) of this subsection, the license holder may not sell beer or light wine after 2 a.m. on Sunday.
(3)
The Board may issue to the license holder a Sunday license that authorizes the sale of beer and light wine on Sunday according to terms that the license states.
(b)
(1)
A holder of a Class B beer and light wine license may sell beer and light wine on Monday through Saturday, from 6 a.m. to 2 a.m. the following day.
(2)
Except as provided in paragraph (3) of this subsection, the license holder may not sell beer or light wine after 2 a.m. on Sunday.
(3)
The Board may issue to the license holder a Sunday license that authorizes the sale of beer and light wine on Sunday according to terms that the license states.
(4)
The license holder may sell or provide beer and light wine at a bar or counter on any day on which the sale of beer and light wine is allowed by law.
(c)
(1)
A holder of a Class C beer and light wine license may sell beer and light wine on Monday through Saturday, from 6 a.m. to 2 a.m. the following day.
(2)
Except as provided in paragraph (3) of this subsection, the license holder may not sell beer or light wine after 2 a.m. on Sunday.
(3)
The Board may issue to the license holder a Sunday license that authorizes the sale of beer and light wine on Sunday according to terms that the license states.
(4)
The license holder may sell or provide beer and light wine at a bar or counter on any day on which the sale of beer and light wine is allowed by law.
(d)
(1)
A holder of a Class D beer and light wine license may sell beer and light wine on Monday through Saturday, from 6 a.m. to 2 a.m. the following day.
(2)
Except as provided in paragraph (3) of this subsection, the license holder may not sell beer or light wine after 2 a.m. on Sunday.
(3)
The Board may issue to the license holder a Sunday license that authorizes the sale of beer and light wine on Sunday according to terms that the license states.
(e)
(1)
A holder of a Class H beer and light wine license may sell beer and light wine on Monday through Saturday, from 6 a.m. to 2 a.m. the following day.
(2)
Except as provided in paragraph (3) of this subsection, the license holder may not sell beer or light wine after 2 a.m. on Sunday.
(3)
The Board may issue to the license holder a Sunday license that authorizes the sale of beer and light wine on Sunday according to terms that the license states.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-2004 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 20. Hours and Days for Consumption and Sale
§ 11–2004LinkCopy Citation
(a)
(1)
A holder of a Class A beer, wine, and liquor license may sell beer, wine, and liquor on Monday through Saturday from 6 a.m. to 2 a.m. the following day.
(2)
Except as provided in paragraph (3) of this subsection, the license holder may not sell beer, wine, or liquor after 2 a.m. on Sunday.
(3)
The Board may issue to the license holder a Sunday license that authorizes the sale of beer, wine, and liquor on Sunday according to terms that the license states.
(b)
(1)
A holder of a Class B beer, wine, and liquor license may sell beer, wine, and liquor on Monday through Saturday from 6 a.m. to 2 a.m. the following day.
(2)
Except as provided in paragraph (3) of this subsection, the license holder may not sell beer, wine, or liquor after 2 a.m. on Sunday.
(3)
The Board may issue to the license holder a Sunday license that authorizes the sale of beer, wine, and liquor on Sunday according to terms that the license states.
(4)
The license holder may sell or provide beer, wine, and liquor at a bar or counter on any day on which the sale of beer, wine, and liquor is allowed by law.
(c)
(1)
Except as provided in paragraph (4) of this subsection, a holder of a Class C beer, wine, and liquor license may sell beer, wine, and liquor on Monday through Saturday from 6 a.m. to 2 a.m. the following day.
(2)
Except as provided in paragraphs (3) and (4) of this subsection, the license holder may not sell beer, wine, or liquor after 2 a.m. on Sunday.
(3)
The Board may issue to the license holder a Sunday license that authorizes the sale of beer, wine, and liquor on Sunday according to terms that the license states.
(4)
A holder of a Class C (veterans’ organization) license under § 11–1009 of this title may sell beer, wine, and liquor on Monday through Sunday from 6 a.m. to 2 a.m. the following day without obtaining a Sunday license under paragraph (3) of this subsection.
(5)
The license holder may sell or provide beer, wine, and liquor at a bar or counter on any day on which the sale of beer, wine, and liquor is allowed by law.
(d)
(1)
A holder of a Class D beer, wine, and liquor license may sell beer, wine, and liquor on Monday through Saturday from 6 a.m. to 2 a.m. the following day.
(2)
Except as provided in paragraph (3) of this subsection, the license holder may not sell beer, wine, or liquor after 2 a.m. on Sunday.
(3)
The Board may issue to the license holder a Sunday license that authorizes the sale of beer, wine, and liquor on Sunday according to terms that the license states.
(e)
(1)
A holder of a Class H beer, wine, and liquor license may sell beer, wine, and liquor on Monday through Saturday from 6 a.m. to 2 a.m. the following day.
(2)
Except as provided in paragraph (3) of this subsection, the license holder may not sell beer, wine, or liquor after 2 a.m. on Sunday.
(3)
The Board may issue to the license holder a Sunday license that authorizes the sale of beer, wine, and liquor on Sunday according to terms that the license states.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-2005 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 20. Hours and Days for Consumption and Sale
§ 11–2005LinkCopy Citation
Except as otherwise provided in this article, a license holder may not sell alcoholic beverages after 2 a.m. on Sunday.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-2006 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 20. Hours and Days for Consumption and Sale
§ 11–2006LinkCopy Citation
A holder of an on–sale license may not be required to close the licensed premises at any time on January 1.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-2007 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 20. Hours and Days for Consumption and Sale
§ 11–2007LinkCopy Citation
(a)
Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section and § 11–2006 of this subtitle, a licensed premises may not remain open to the public or to a private person for any purpose for more than 15 minutes after the hours and days of sale specified in this title, even if alcoholic beverages are not sold.
(b)
(1)
The Board may allow a license holder to sell food or other nonalcoholic items until a specified time if:
(i)
the applicant satisfies the Board that suitable precautions have been taken to prevent the sale or consumption of alcoholic beverages on the licensed premises after the hours of closing; and
(ii)
the applicant holds:
(1)
a Class B license;
(2)
a motel/hotel–restaurant complex license, as described in § 11–907 of this title;
(3)
a Class A license, with retail sales of alcoholic beverages not exceeding 25% of the license holder’s total retail volume; or
(4)
a Class H license.
(2)
The Board shall issue a permit to a license holder who receives permission to sell nonalcoholic items under this subsection.
(c)
The annual fee for the privilege to sell food or other nonalcoholic items after hours is $10.
(d)
A person who violates this section is subject to the same penalty imposed for selling alcoholic beverages after hours.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-2008 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 20. Hours and Days for Consumption and Sale
§ 11–2008LinkCopy Citation
(a)
Subject to subsection (b) of this section, the Board may authorize a bowling alley with 20 lanes or more that has a Class B or Class D license to stay open for bowling and serve food until a specified hour.
(b)
(1)
All alcoholic beverages shall be kept under lock and key from 2 a.m. to 6 a.m.
(2)
An individual under 18 years old may not be on the premises from 2 a.m. to 6 a.m. unless the individual is accompanied by a spouse, parent, or guardian.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-2009 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 20. Hours and Days for Consumption and Sale
§ 11–2009LinkCopy Citation
Notwithstanding any other provision of this article, when a per diem license is issued under Subtitle 11, Part 3 of this title, a holder of a wholesaler’s license may agree with the holder of the Class C license to deliver beer on the effective date of the license and accept returns on the same day.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-2010 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 20. Hours and Days for Consumption and Sale
§ 11–2010LinkCopy Citation
(a)
In this section, “premises” means:
(1)
a restaurant, tavern, hotel, club, dance studio, disco, or place of public entertainment;
(2)
a place open to the public; or
(3)
a place licensed by the State or the county.
(b)
(1)
Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, a person may not provide or allow to be consumed on the premises or on premises under its possession or control any alcoholic beverages other than as specifically allowed under this article.
(2)
Paragraph (1) of this subsection does not apply to the room of a registered guest in a hotel, motel, or hospice.
(c)
A person who knowingly allows consumption in violation of this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $250.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-2011 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 20. Hours and Days for Consumption and Sale
§ 11–2011LinkCopy Citation
A patron may consume an alcoholic beverage authorized by law to be sold at a bar or counter on a day on which the sale of the alcoholic beverage is authorized by law.
Subtitle 21. Revocation and Suspension of Licenses
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-2101 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 21. Revocation and Suspension of Licenses
§ 11–2101LinkCopy Citation
(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”);
(2)
§ 4–604 (“Grounds for revocation or suspension”); and
(3)
§ 4–606 (“Effects of revocation”).
(b)
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 §§ 11–2102 and 11–2103 of this subtitle; and
(2)
§ 4–605 (“Nudity and sexual displays”), subject to § 11–2104 of this subtitle.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-2102 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 21. Revocation and Suspension of Licenses
§ 11–2102LinkCopy Citation
(a)
(1)
In addition to the revocation and suspension procedures provided under § 4–603 of this article, the Board may immediately suspend a license if it is alleged by a person specified under paragraph (2) of this subsection that the license holder has sold or provided alcoholic beverages to an individual under the age of 21 years with such frequency and during such a limited time so as to demonstrate a willful failure to comply with § 6–304 of this article.
(2)
An allegation under paragraph (1) of this subsection may be made by:
(i)
the Comptroller or an agent or employee of the Comptroller;
(ii)
the Executive Director or an agent or employee of the Executive Director;
(iii)
the Board or an agent or employee of the Board; or
(iv)
a peace officer.
(b)
A suspension under this section may not exceed 7 days.
(c)
If a license is suspended under this section, the Board shall:
(1)
hold a hearing on the matter within 7 days after the suspension begins; and
(2)
give notice to the license holder at least 2 days before the hearing.
(d)
If the Board fails to provide the license holder with notice of a hearing before the end of the fifth day after a suspension begins:
(1)
the suspension shall end; and
(2)
the license holder shall be allowed to resume the sale of alcoholic beverages on the next day allowed under the license.
(e)
This section does not prevent a license holder whose license is suspended under this section from seeking an injunction or other appropriate relief.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-2103 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 21. Revocation and Suspension of Licenses
§ 11–2103LinkCopy Citation
(a)
Subject to subsection (b) of this section, instead of ordering the revocation or suspension of a license, the Board may order a license holder to exchange the license for a lesser license:
(1)
under which only alcoholic beverages of a lower alcoholic content or of a more limited kind than under the license ordered exchanged may be sold; and
(2)
that has fewer privileges or more or greater restrictions than the license ordered exchanged.
(b)
Subsection (a) of this section applies only if:
(1)
after a hearing, the Board finds that a license holder or the operation of a licensed premises has violated or is violating this article; and
(2)
the penalty for the violation requires or allows a license to be revoked or suspended.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-2104 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 21. Revocation and Suspension of Licenses
§ 11–2104LinkCopy Citation
(a)
This section applies only to an entertainment facility license issued under § 11–1005 of this title.
(b)
Notwithstanding the mandatory revocation requirement for local licensing boards under § 4–605(a) of this article, after a finding that an activity listed in § 4–605 of this article has occurred, the Board may revoke the license.
Subtitle 22. Expiration of Licenses
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-2201 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 22. Expiration of Licenses
§ 11–2201LinkCopy Citation
Title 4, Subtitle 7 (“Expiration of Local Licenses”) of Division I of this article applies in the county without exception or variation.
Subtitle 23. Death of License Holder
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-2301 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 23. Death of License Holder
§ 11–2301LinkCopy Citation
(a)
The following sections of Title 4, Subtitle 8 (“Death of License Holder”) of Division I of this article apply in the county without exception or variation:
(1)
§ 4–802 (“Expiration of license on death of license holder”);
(2)
§ 4–804 (“Transfer or reinstatement of license”);
(3)
§ 4–805 (“Rights of protest, revocation, suspension, and restriction”); and
(4)
§ 4–806 (“Refund”).
(b)
Section 4–803 (“Certificate of permission or renewal license for continuation of business”) of Division I of this article applies in the county, subject to § 11–2302 of this subtitle.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-2302 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 23. Death of License Holder
§ 11–2302LinkCopy Citation
(a)
(1)
On the death of a married license holder or a license holder that holds a license for the benefit of a partnership or corporation, on application to the Board, a new license shall be issued to:
(i)
the surviving spouse;
(ii)
the surviving partners for the benefit of the partnership; or
(iii)
the senior surviving officer of the corporation for the benefit of the corporation.
(2)
The new license shall be issued:
(i)
for the balance of the license year; and
(ii)
without further proceedings.
(b)
A renewal license may be issued to the following if they are qualified to hold the license:
(1)
the surviving spouse;
(2)
the surviving partners of a partnership; or
(3)
the senior surviving officer of a corporation for the benefit of the corporation.
Subtitle 24. Judicial Review
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-2401 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 24. Judicial Review
§ 11–2401LinkCopy Citation
Title 4, Subtitle 9 (“Judicial Review”) of Division I of this article applies in the county without exception or variation.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-2402 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 24. Judicial Review
§ 11–2402LinkCopy Citation
In addition to the other powers of the circuit court for the county provided in Title 4, Subtitle 9 of this article, the court may remand the proceedings to the Board.
Subtitle 25. Unlicensed Establishments
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-2501 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 25. Unlicensed Establishments
§ 11–2501LinkCopy Citation
A person may not give or allow to be consumed on the premises or on premises under its control or possession an alcoholic beverage other than as authorized under this article.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-2502 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 25. Unlicensed Establishments
§ 11–2502LinkCopy Citation
(a)
This section applies to an establishment that:
(1)
includes a restaurant, hotel, club, room, dance studio, disco, place of public entertainment, and place open to the public; and
(2)
is subject to a license issued by the State or the county other than a license issued under this article.
(b)
An owner or a manager of an establishment under subsection (a) of this section may not serve, keep, or allow to be consumed by a customer alcoholic beverages from supplies that the customer purchased, reserved, or brought to the establishment.
(c)
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 $10,000 or both.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-2503 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 25. Unlicensed Establishments
§ 11–2503LinkCopy Citation
(a)
This section does not apply to the room of a registered guest in a hotel, motel, or hospice.
(b)
Except as provided elsewhere in this title, from 2 a.m. to 6 a.m. on any day, an individual may not consume alcoholic beverages in:
(1)
a restaurant, tavern, hotel, club, dance studio, or disco;
(2)
a place open to the public;
(3)
a place of public entertainment;
(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 under a license issued under the Business Regulation Article.
(c)
An owner or a manager of an establishment or a place specified in subsection (b) of this section may not knowingly allow consumption of alcoholic beverages between the hours provided in subsection (b) of this section.
(d)
A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $250.
Subtitle 26. Enforcement
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-2601 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 26. Enforcement
§ 11–2601LinkCopy Citation
(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)
§ 6–205 (“Peace officers”);
(4)
§ 6–206 (“Charging document for unlawful sale of alcoholic beverage”);
(5)
§ 6–207 (“Display of alcoholic beverages as prima facie evidence of sale”);
(6)
§ 6–208 (“Regulating possession or consumption of alcohol in public places”);
(7)
§ 6–209 (“Adoption of standards for authorization of consumption”); and
(8)
§ 6–211 (“Fines and forfeitures”).
(b)
Section 6–210 (“State preemption of local disorderly intoxication laws”) of Division I of this article does not apply in the county and is superseded by § 11–2602 of this subtitle.
(c)
Section 6–204 (“Power to summon witnesses”) of Division I of this article applies in the county, in addition to § 11–2604 of this subtitle.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-2602 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 26. Enforcement
§ 11–2602LinkCopy Citation
The county may:
(1)
adopt an ordinance or resolution supplementing the prohibition against disorderly intoxication under § 6–320 of this article; and
(2)
regulate possession or consumption of alcoholic beverages on public property, property used by the public, or a highway.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-2603 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 26. Enforcement
§ 11–2603LinkCopy Citation
(a)
The Board may subpoena records pertaining to a licensed establishment.
(b)
(1)
The Board may petition the circuit court if a witness refuses to produce a subpoenaed record.
(2)
The court may proceed by attachment against the witness as if the refusal had been by a witness summoned to appear in a case pending before the court.
(c)
(1)
The Board shall charge fees for the production and service of a summons.
(2)
The fees may be assessed only against a license holder or party whom the Board has adjudicated responsible for a violation of a law concerning alcoholic beverages.
(3)
The fees are:
(i)
$20, for the production of a summons by the clerk to the Board;
(ii)
$5, for an address provided by the clerk to the Board and the service is by mail; and
(iii)
$30, for each address if the service is by an investigator employed by the Board.
(4)
In addition to other fines, penalties, or costs that may be imposed, the Board shall also impose costs of $100 against a license holder or party whom the Board has found to have violated a law concerning alcoholic beverages.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-2604 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 26. Enforcement
§ 11–2604LinkCopy Citation
In addition to the sheriff who may serve a summons under § 6–204 of this article, an inspector that the Board employs and county police may serve a summons.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-2605 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 26. Enforcement
§ 11–2605LinkCopy Citation
An inspector who investigates a license violation may issue a civil citation as provided in § 10–119 of the Criminal Law Article.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-2606 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 26. Enforcement
§ 11–2606LinkCopy Citation
The Board may call on other county administrative departments and all prosecuting officers to provide information and assistance that the Board considers necessary to carry out this article.
Subtitle 27. Prohibited Acts
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-2701 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 27. Prohibited Acts
§ 11–2701LinkCopy Citation
(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)
§ 6–310 (“Providing free food”);
(4)
§ 6–311 (“Restrictions on purchases and sales by retail dealer”);
(5)
§ 6–312 (“Beverage misrepresentation”);
(6)
§ 6–313 (“Tampering with alcoholic beverage container”);
(7)
§ 6–314 (“Sale of alcoholic beverage container with detachable metal tab”);
(8)
§ 6–315 (“Alcoholic beverage in container without regular label presumed illicit”);
(9)
§ 6–316 (“Maximum alcohol content”);
(10)
§ 6–317 (“Multiple serving purchase required”);
(11)
§ 6–320 (“Disorderly intoxication”);
(12)
§ 6–321 (“Consumption of alcoholic beverages in public”);
(13)
§ 6–323 (“Possession or use of Alcohol Without Liquid machine”);
(14)
§ 6–326 (“Sale of alcoholic beverages in powder or crystalline form prohibited”);
(15)
§ 6–327 (“Unlicensed out–of–state sale of alcoholic beverages”);
(16)
§ 6–328 (“Tax evasion”);
(17)
§ 6–329 (“Destruction of evidence”); and
(18)
§ 6–330 (“Perjury”).
(b)
The following sections of Title 6, Subtitle 3 (“Prohibited Acts”) of Division I of this article do not apply in the county:
(1)
§ 6–308 (“Allowing on–premises consumption of alcoholic beverages not purchased from license holder”);
(2)
§ 6–309 (“Allowing on–premises consumption or possession of alcoholic beverages by individual under the age of 21 years”);
(3)
§ 6–319 (“On–premises consumption of alcoholic beverages not purchased from license holder”); and
(4)
§ 6–322 (“Possession of open container”).
(c)
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 § 11–2702 of this subtitle; and
(2)
§ 6–307 (“Selling or providing alcoholic beverages to intoxicated individual”), subject to § 11–2703 of this subtitle.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-2702 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 27. Prohibited Acts
§ 11–2702LinkCopy Citation
(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 in 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 is not a resident of the State.
(c)
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 Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-2703 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 27. Prohibited Acts
§ 11–2703LinkCopy Citation
(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 in the State.
(b)
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 Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-2704 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 27. Prohibited Acts
§ 11–2704LinkCopy Citation
(a)
In this section, “premises” includes a building, parking lot, picnic grounds, terrace, or grounds that form an integral part of the licensed premises.
(b)
Except as provided in subsection (c) of this section:
(1)
an individual may not consume, display, or possess on the licensed premises an alcoholic beverage not purchased from the license holder; and
(2)
a license holder may not allow an individual to consume, display, or possess on the licensed premises an alcoholic beverage that is not purchased from the license holder.
(c)
A holder of a beach and amusement park license may grant written permission to a patron of the license holder’s beach or park to bring and consume on the licensed premises an alcoholic beverage not purchased from the license holder.
Subtitle 28. Penalties
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-2801 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 28. Penalties
§ 11–2801LinkCopy Citation
Section 6–402 (“General penalty”) of Division I of this article applies in the county.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 11-2802 (2026)
Title 11. Anne Arundel County
Subtitle 28. Penalties
§ 11–2802LinkCopy Citation
(a)
The Board may impose a fine not exceeding $2,500 or suspend a license or both for a violation that is cause for license suspension under the alcoholic beverage laws affecting the county.
(b)
A fine or suspension under subsection (a) of this section is in addition to any term or condition that the Board may impose as a result of the violation.