Maryland § 12-2501
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 12-2501, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12-2501.
(a) This subsection applies to an establishment that is not licensed by the Board but that is:
(1) open to the public;
(2) a place of public entertainment; or
(3) a place at which setups or other component parts of mixed alcoholic beverages are sold under a license issued under the Business Regulation Article.
(b) Except as provided in subsection (c) of this section, an establishment that is not licensed by the Board, at a location under control or possession of the establishment, may not:
(1) serve or keep alcoholic beverages; or
(2) allow alcoholic beverages to be consumed.
(c) A restaurant that is not licensed by the Board may allow a customer to consume alcoholic beverages from 6 a.m. to 2 a.m. the following day if:
(1) the alcoholic beverages are brought to the restaurant by the customer;
(2) the alcoholic beverages are consumed with a meal;
(3) there is no charge for admission to the restaurant; and
(4) the Baltimore City Fire Department determines that the maximum seating capacity of the restaurant is 50.
(d) (1) The Baltimore City Police Department may immediately close all operations of an establishment if the Department determines that the establishment is in violation of this section and that the public health, safety, or welfare requires emergency action.
(2) The establishment shall be closed until the Baltimore City Police Department determines that the public health, safety, or welfare has been restored.
(3) The owner or operator of the establishment shall be given an opportunity to request a prompt hearing in circuit court on when the establishment may reopen.
(e) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 2 years or a fine not exceeding $10,000 or both.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 12-2501
What does Maryland Code § 12-2501 cover?
Section 12-2501 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 § 12-2501?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 12-2501" (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 § 12-2501 apply to my situation?
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