Maryland § 24-303
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 24-303, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 24-303.
(a) (1) When located on the right–of–way of any State highway, a mobile seafood or produce vendor may not sell, or offer for sale, any seafood or produce, unless the vendor has a lease from the State that allows the vendor to sell, or offer for sale, seafood or produce.
(2) The State may require a mobile seafood or produce vendor to submit an application and pay a reasonable fee to be applied to administrative costs.
(3) The State may not enter into a lease with a mobile produce vendor unless the applicable county licenses mobile produce vendors.
(b) A mobile seafood or produce vendor may not sell, or offer for sale, any seafood or produce, when located:
(1) Within 50 yards of any vehicular entrance to or exit from a school or place of worship, unless the vendor has written permission of the applicable school board or person who is responsible for the buildings and grounds of the place of worship;
(2) Within 100 yards of any vehicular entrance to or exit from any shopping center;
(3) In the parking lot of any shopping center, unless the vendor has written permission of the owner of the shopping center and conforms to applicable local laws and ordinances;
(4) Within an unsafe distance, as determined by the local authorities, from the edge of any roadway;
(5) On any roadway; or
(6) On private property adjoining a State highway, unless the vendor owns or leases the property or has written permission from the property owner.
(c) The State Highway Administration may adopt regulations to implement this section.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 24-303
What does Maryland Code § 24-303 cover?
Section 24-303 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 § 24-303?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 24-303" (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Maryland official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Maryland attorney.
How does Maryland § 24-303 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Maryland can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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