# Criminal Law (GCR)

## Title 10. Crimes Against Public Health, Conduct, and Sensibilities

### Subtitle 1. Crimes Against Public Health and Safety

#### Section 10-121

(a) This section does not apply to a person who:

  (1) was acting in the capacity of a licensee, or an employee of a licensee, under the Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis Article; and

  (2) has committed a violation of and is subject to the penalties under Sec. 6-304, Sec. 6-307, Sec. 6-308, or Sec. 6-309 of the Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis Article.

(b) Except as provided in subsection (c) of this section, an adult who violates Sec. 10-116 or Sec. 10-117 of this subtitle is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to:

  (1) a fine not exceeding $2,500 for a first offense; or

  (2) a fine not exceeding $5,000 for a second or subsequent offense.

(c) An adult who violates Sec. 10-117(d) of this subtitle is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 1 year or a fine not exceeding $5,000 or both.

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