# Local Government (GLG)

## Title 5. Powers

### Subtitle 1. In General

#### Section 5-105

(a) The legislative body of a municipality may adopt an ordinance regulating the licensing, location, and operation in the municipality of a business establishment that allows on its premises any activity involving nudity and sexual displays listed under Sec. 4-605 of the Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis Article.

(b)

  (1) A person who violates an ordinance adopted under subsection (a) of this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 6 months or a fine of not less than $500 or both.

  (2) Each day that a violation continues is a separate offense.

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Md. Code Ann., Local Gov't (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)