# Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis (GAB)

## Title 9. Allegany County

### Subtitle 15. Issuance or Denial of Licenses

#### Section 9-1506

(a) The Board may deny a license application if it decides that:

  (1) the applicant is unfit to be issued the license; or

  (2) the location described in the application is not a proper one with reference to ensuring the public peace, general welfare, or character of the neighborhood.

(b) Due regard shall be given to the number of licenses issued for a neighborhood.

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