Maryland § 18-1602
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 18-1602, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 18-1602.
(a) (1) Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, the Board may not issue a license:
(i) with an on–sale privilege, for an establishment that is within 500 feet of a school accredited by the State Board of Education; or
(ii) with an off–sale privilege, for an establishment that is within 1,000 feet of a school accredited by the State Board of Education.
(2) The distance from the establishment to the school is to be measured in a direct line from the nearest wall of the establishment to the property line of the school.
(b) The prohibition against issuing a license in subsection (a) of this section does not apply to:
(1) a Class B (on–sale) beer, wine, and liquor license issued for an establishment located in a municipality in the county;
(2) a school that locates its building within 500 feet of an existing licensed premises; or
(3) the renewal or transfer of a license issued before May 1, 2014.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 18-1602
What does Maryland Code § 18-1602 cover?
Section 18-1602 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 § 18-1602?
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Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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How does Maryland § 18-1602 apply to my situation?
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