# Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis (GAB)

## Title 23. Howard County

### Subtitle 19. Conduct of License Holders

#### Section 23-1904

(a)

  (1) The holder of a Class A or Class D license or an employee of the license holder may deliver alcoholic beverages only within the county.

  (2) An employee making a delivery shall meet the age requirements of Sec. 23-1902 of this subtitle.

(b) The deliverer and individual receiving the delivery shall, at the time of delivery, endorse a delivery form that the Board approves, certifying that:

  (1) the individual receiving the delivery claimed to be at least 21 years old and the claim was supported by documentary evidence;

  (2) the individual receiving the delivery knew that it is a criminal offense for alcoholic beverages to be given to an individual under the age of 21 years; and

  (3) the deliverer examined the recipient's identification.

(c) A license holder or an employee of a license holder may not make a retail delivery of alcoholic beverages unless the purchaser:

  (1) or another individual at least 21 years old designated by the purchaser, is physically present to receive the alcoholic beverages at the time and place of delivery; and

  (2) pays for the purchase at the time of the order.

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