§ 31–504
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 31-504 (2026)
Title 31. Washington County
Subtitle 5. Wholesaler's Licenses
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(a)
This section and § 2–314 of this article do not apply to a:
(1)
club that is the holder of a Class C beer, wine, and liquor license; or
(2)
hotel that is the holder of a Class B beer, wine, and liquor license.
(b)
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;
(2)
a check accepted for payment that is not postdated and is promptly deposited for collection is considered cash; and
(3)
a check that is given in payment for beer to a holder of the license, and is returned uncollected, is prima facie evidence of a violation by the wholesaler of § 2–314 of this article.
(c)
A suit or civil action to enforce or collect a claim for credit extended or enforce payment of a check given for payment in violation of this section may not be maintained in the State.
(d)
A person who violates § 2–314 of this article is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 6 months or a fine not exceeding $500 or both.