§ 18–901
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 18-901 (2026)
Title 18. Charles County
Subtitle 9. Beer, Wine, and Liquor Licenses
§ 18–901LinkCopy Citation
(a)
There is a Class A beer, wine, and liquor license.
(b)
(1)
The license authorizes the holder to:
(i)
sell beer, wine, and liquor at retail at the place described in the license; and
(ii)
serve beer, wine, and liquor for tasting and sampling if:
(1)
the tasting or sampling is held on the licensed premises; and
(2)
the holder serves not more than 1 ounce from each serving of beer, wine, or liquor, in a container that holds not more than 4 ounces, to any one individual.
(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 $960.