Maryland § 16-208
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 16-208, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 16-208.
(a) (1) A licensed retailer or licensed vending machine operator may not assign the license.
(2) If a licensed subwholesaler or licensed wholesaler sells the licensee’s cigarette business and pays to the Executive Director a license assignment fee of $10, the licensee may assign the license to the buyer of the business.
(b) If the cigarette business of a licensee is transferred because of bankruptcy, death, incompetency, receivership, or otherwise by operation of law, the Executive Director shall transfer the license without charge to the new owner of the licensee’s business.
(c) (1) If a licensed subwholesaler or licensed wholesaler surrenders the license to the Executive Director and if no disciplinary proceedings are pending against the licensee, the Executive Director shall refund a pro rata part of the license fee for the unexpired term of the license.
(2) A licensed retailer or licensed vending machine operator is not allowed a refund for the unexpired term of the license.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 16-208
What does Maryland Code § 16-208 cover?
Section 16-208 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 § 16-208?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 16-208" (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 § 16-208 apply to my situation?
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