§ 6–310
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. § 6-310 (2026)
Title 6. Forfeitures; Enforcement; Prohibited Acts; Penalties
Subtitle 3. Prohibited Acts
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(a)
(1)
Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, a license holder may not directly or indirectly give or offer without charge food to a customer to induce the customer to purchase alcoholic beverages for on–premises consumption.
(2)
This section does not apply to hors d’oeuvres, pretzels, cheese, or crackers that are placed on a counter in the licensed premises for customers to consume without charge.
(b)
The placement of food by a license holder in the licensed premises for customers to consume without charge is prima facie evidence of a violation of this section.
(c)
A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $10 for each offense.