Maryland § 11-2503
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 11-2503, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 11-2503.
(a) This section does not apply to the room of a registered guest in a hotel, motel, or hospice.
(b) Except as provided elsewhere in this title, from 2 a.m. to 6 a.m. on any day, an individual may not consume alcoholic beverages in:
(1) a restaurant, tavern, hotel, club, dance studio, or disco;
(2) a place open to the public;
(3) a place of public entertainment;
(4) a place that is licensed by the State or the county; or
(5) a place at which setups or other component parts of mixed alcoholic drinks are sold under a license issued under the Business Regulation Article.
(c) An owner or a manager of an establishment or a place specified in subsection (b) of this section may not knowingly allow consumption of alcoholic beverages between the hours provided in subsection (b) of this section.
(d) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $250.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 11-2503
What does Maryland Code § 11-2503 cover?
Section 11-2503 is part of the Maryland Code, the codified statutory law of Maryland. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Maryland § 11-2503?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 11-2503" (Maryland). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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How does Maryland § 11-2503 apply to my situation?
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