# Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis (GAB)

## Title 26. Prince George's County

### Subtitle 5. Wholesaler's Licenses

#### Section 26-504

(a) For purposes of applying Sec. 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;

  (2) a check accepted for payment that is not postdated and is promptly deposited for collection by the license holder is considered cash; and

  (3) a check that is given in payment for beer to a license holder and is returned uncollected, is prima facie evidence of a violation by the wholesaler of Sec. 2-314 of this article.

(b) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 6 months or a fine not exceeding $500 or both.

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