Maryland § 17-101
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 17-101, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 17-101.
(a) In this title the following words have the meanings indicated.
(b) “Executive Director” means the Executive Director of the Alcohol, Tobacco, and Cannabis Commission.
(c) “Goods” means tangible personal property, items of trade, merchandise, or other types of products sold at wholesale or retail.
(d) “License” means a license issued under this title.
(e) (1) “Sale” means the exchange or transfer, or the agreement to change or transfer, title or possession of goods in any manner for consideration.
(2) “Sale” includes barter.
(f) “Sell” includes barter.
(g) “Stock–in–trade” means:
(1) goods held for sale and reported as inventory on the Business Personal Property Tax Return filed with the State Department of Assessments and Taxation; or
(2) except for alcoholic beverages, goods held for sale and reported as inventory on the Business Personal Property Tax Return filed with the State Department of Assessments and Taxation for determining the valuation of a trader’s license under Subtitle 18 of this title.
(h) “Trader” means a person who operates a room or other place of business for selling goods, including goods sold at auction.
(i) “Trader’s license” means a license issued by the clerk to do business as a trader.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 17-101
What does Maryland Code § 17-101 cover?
Section 17-101 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 § 17-101?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 17-101" (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 § 17-101 apply to my situation?
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