Maryland § 16-220
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 16-220, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 16-220.
(a) The Executive Director shall seal a vending machine to prevent the sale or removal of cigarettes from the machine if:
(1) a tax stamp is not visible on each visible package of cigarettes in the machine, as required by § 16–209(b)(1) of this subtitle; or
(2) the machine is not labeled as required by § 16–209(b)(2) of this subtitle.
(b) If the violation for which a vending machine is sealed has been corrected in the presence of the Executive Director or the Executive Director’s designee, the Executive Director shall remove the seal.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 16-220
What does Maryland Code § 16-220 cover?
Section 16-220 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 § 16-220?
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Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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