Maryland § 2-173
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 2-173, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2-173.
(a) A person who holds a permit under this part shall:
(1) ensure that any container containing an alcoholic beverage delivered directly to a consumer in the State is:
(i) conspicuously labeled with:
1. the name of the manufacturer;
2. the name and address of the consumer who is the intended recipient; and
3. the words “Contains Alcohol: Signature of Person at Least 21 Years of Age Required for Delivery”; and
(ii) commercially sealed by the manufacturer;
(2) report to the Executive Director information about the deliveries, in a manner that the Executive Director determines;
(3) file a quarterly tax return in accordance with § 5–201(d) of the Tax – General Article;
(4) pay quarterly to the Comptroller all sales taxes and excise taxes due on sales to consumers in the State and calculate the taxes as if the sales were made in the State;
(5) maintain for 3 years complete and accurate records of all information needed to verify compliance with this part;
(6) allow the Comptroller or the Executive Director to perform an audit of the permit holder’s records on request; and
(7) consent to the jurisdiction of the Executive Director, Comptroller, or other State unit and the State courts concerning enforcement of this part and any related law.
(b) (1) The holder of a direct beer delivery permit may not cause more than 3,456 ounces of the permit holder’s own product to be delivered to a single delivery address in a single calendar year.
(2) The holder of a direct liquor delivery permit may not cause more than 24 standard 750–milliliter bottles of the permit holder’s own product, or an equivalent amount, to be delivered to a single delivery address in a single calendar year.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 2-173
What does Maryland Code § 2-173 cover?
Section 2-173 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 § 2-173?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 2-173" (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 § 2-173 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Maryland can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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