Maryland § 2-140
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 2-140, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2-140.
(a) The Executive Director may issue a brewery special event permit to a holder of a Class 5 brewery license or a Class 8 farm brewery license.
(b) At least 15 days before holding a special event, the license holder shall obtain a permit from the Executive Director by filing a notice of the special event on the form that the Executive Director provides.
(c) The permit authorizes the license holder to conduct at the location listed on the license a special event at which the license holder may:
(1) provide samples of not more than 6 fluid ounces per brand to consumers;
(2) sell products manufactured by the license holder and other Maryland breweries to persons who participate in the event; and
(3) in a segregated area approved by the Executive Director at the location listed on the license, store the products of other Maryland breweries.
(d) The products at the event shall be sold in the manner authorized under the permit.
(e) The license holder may not be issued more than 12 permits in a calendar year.
(f) A single special event may not exceed 3 consecutive days.
(g) The permit fee is $25 per event.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 2-140
What does Maryland Code § 2-140 cover?
Section 2-140 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 § 2-140?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 2-140" (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Maryland official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Maryland attorney.
How does Maryland § 2-140 apply to my situation?
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