Maryland § 23-2501
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 23-2501, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 23-2501.
(a) In this subtitle, “place of adult entertainment” means an establishment that:
(1) is not licensed by the Board but to which a customer brings alcoholic beverages that the customer has purchased elsewhere; and
(2) allows at its location a form of sexual display or attire prohibited under § 4–605 of this article.
(b) An individual who serves food, alcoholic beverages, or setups, including drinking containers and ice, in a place of adult entertainment or who supervises or manages a place of adult entertainment shall:
(1) receive alcohol awareness training as provided in § 4–508 of this article; and
(2) refuse to facilitate the continued consumption of alcoholic beverages by a customer who appears to be inebriated.
(c) The hours and days during which a place of public entertainment may be open are Monday through Saturday, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 a.m. the following day.
(d) (1) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $5,000 for each violation.
(2) Each day of operation in violation of this section is a separate violation.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 23-2501
What does Maryland Code § 23-2501 cover?
Section 23-2501 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 § 23-2501?
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Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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How does Maryland § 23-2501 apply to my situation?
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