Maryland § 20-602
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 20-602, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 20-602.
(a) There is a Class B beer license.
(b) (1) Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, the license authorizes the license holder to sell beer at retail at a hotel or restaurant at the place described in the license for on– and off–premises consumption.
(2) (i) This paragraph does not apply to a license holder that held the license on December 31, 1993, or to a person who has a permit for a building that was under construction on that date.
(ii) Except for recreational use premises such as bowling alleys and pool halls, the area normally used as a restaurant for the preparation and consumption of food and beverages on the licensed premises may not occupy less than 80% of the total area of the licensed premises.
(c) The annual license fee is $130.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 20-602
What does Maryland Code § 20-602 cover?
Section 20-602 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 § 20-602?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 20-602" (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 § 20-602 apply to my situation?
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