# Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis (GAB)

## Title 22. Harford County

### Subtitle 28. Penalties

#### Section 22-2801

(a) Section 6-402(b) ("General penalty -- Imposition of penalty") of Division I of this article applies in the county without exception or variation.

(b) Section 6-402(a) ("General penalty -- In general") of Division I of this article does not apply in the county and is superseded by Sec. 22-2802 of this subtitle.

#### Section 22-2802

(a) A person who violates this article is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 1 year or a fine not exceeding $1,000 or both unless another penalty is specified.

(b)

  (1) After a person is convicted for the illegal sale, offer of sale, or possession of alcoholic beverages, the Sheriff or other law enforcement officer in the county shall seize the alcoholic beverages and deliver them to the Board.

  (2) The Board shall sell the alcoholic beverages and pay the proceeds to the County Treasurer.

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Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)