Maryland § 2-312
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 2-312, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2-312.
(a) Subject to subsection (b) of this section, a holder of a wholesaler’s license may directly import alcoholic beverages of the type indicated on the license from outside the continental limits and possessions of the United States if the brand owner provides notice to the Executive Director of the license holder’s jurisdiction and authority to sell the alcoholic beverages.
(b) A holder of a wholesaler’s license that imports alcoholic beverages from outside the continental limits and possessions of the United States must:
(1) be the brand owner; or
(2) purchase the alcoholic beverages:
(i) directly from the brand owner or the authorized agent of the brand owner; or
(ii) from the authorized United States importer.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 2-312
What does Maryland Code § 2-312 cover?
Section 2-312 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 § 2-312?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 2-312" (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 § 2-312 apply to my situation?
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