Maryland § 13-1405
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 13-1405, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13-1405.
(a) A person authorized to conduct bingo under subsection (b) of this section shall obtain a bingo permit from the county agency designated by the County Commissioners to issue a bingo permit.
(b) An organization may conduct bingo for its own benefit or to benefit charity in the county if the organization is a legal resident of the county and is:
(1) a bona fide:
(i) religious organization;
(ii) fraternal organization;
(iii) civic organization;
(iv) war veterans’ organization;
(v) hospital;
(vi) amateur athletic organization;
(vii) patriotic organization;
(viii) educational organization; or
(ix) charitable organization;
(2) a county volunteer fire department or rescue squad; or
(3) an auxiliary for a county volunteer fire department or rescue squad.
(c) A person who is not a legal resident of the county may not conduct bingo.
(d) To qualify for a bingo permit, a person shall meet the requirements set by the county.
(e) Only members of an organization listed under subsection (b) of this section may conduct and operate bingo games.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 13-1405
What does Maryland Code § 13-1405 cover?
Section 13-1405 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 § 13-1405?
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Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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How does Maryland § 13-1405 apply to my situation?
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