Maryland § 12-404
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 12-404, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12-404.
(a) Section 2–216(b) and (d) of this article does not apply to a holder of a Class 3 winery license or Class 4 limited winery license who is issued a Class A2 light wine on–sale and off–sale license with respect to the wine manufactured or bottled on the winery premises.
(b) (1) This subsection applies only to a Class 1 distillery and a retail dealer located on contiguous premises in the area commonly known as Port Covington.
(2) The Class 1 distillery:
(i) may lend a thing of value, make a gift, or offer a gratuity to the retail dealer; but
(ii) may not lend money to the retail dealer.
(3) The retail dealer:
(i) may accept, receive, or make use of a gift or an advertisement provided by the Class 1 distillery; but
(ii) may not become indebted to the distillery except for the purchase of alcoholic beverages and allied products purchased for resale.
(4) Section 2–216(d)of this article regarding advertisements does not apply to the Class 1 distillery and the licensed retailer.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 12-404
What does Maryland Code § 12-404 cover?
Section 12-404 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 § 12-404?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 12-404" (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 § 12-404 apply to my situation?
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