# Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis (GAB)

## Title 33. Worcester County

### Subtitle 3. Department of Liquor Control

#### Section 33-304

(a) The Department shall appoint employees necessary to operate the dispensary system, set employee compensation, and require a bond for the faithful performance of employee duties.

(b)

  (1) An employee of the Department may not:

    (i) have a direct or indirect financial interest in the manufacture or sale of alcoholic beverages; or

    (ii) derive profit or remuneration from the sale of alcoholic beverages other than the salary or wages payable for the discharge of the duties of the office.

  (2) A person who violates this subsection is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 3 years or a fine not exceeding $2,000 or both.

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