Maryland § 16-209
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 16-209, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 16-209.
(a) A licensee shall display a license in the way that the Executive Director requires by regulation.
(b) A licensee who sells cigarettes through a vending machine:
(1) shall place each package of cigarettes in the machine so that when the package is visible the tax stamps required by § 12–304 of the Tax – General Article are also visible; and
(2) in the way that the Executive Director requires by regulation, shall:
(i) identify each vending machine with a conspicuous label that states the licensee’s name, address, and telephone number; and
(ii) display on a conspicuous label applicable prohibitions and penalties under § 10–107 of the Criminal Law Article.
(c) (1) A licensee shall post a sign in a location that is clearly visible to the consumer that states:
“No person under the age of 21 may be sold tobacco products”.
(2) The sign required under this subsection shall be written in letters at least one–half inch high.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 16-209
What does Maryland Code § 16-209 cover?
Section 16-209 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 § 16-209?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 16-209" (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 § 16-209 apply to my situation?
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