Maryland § 3-603
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 3-603, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3-603.
(a) The Executive Director may revoke or suspend a license or permit:
(1) for any reason to promote the peace or safety of the community in which the premises are located; or
(2) for offenses as provided in this article.
(b) The Executive Director shall revoke a license or permit or, except as provided in § 3–606 of this subtitle, suspend a license or permit for:
(1) conviction of the license holder or permit holder for violation of this article or a provision of the Tax – General Article that relates to the alcoholic beverage tax;
(2) willful failure or refusal of the license holder or permit holder to comply with:
(i) this article or provisions of the Tax – General Article that relate to the alcoholic beverage tax; or
(ii) a regulation adopted under this article or under provisions of the Tax – General Article that relate to the alcoholic beverage tax;
(3) making a material false statement in an application for a license or permit;
(4) two or more convictions within 2 years of an agent or employee of a license holder or permit holder for on–premises violations of this article or provisions of the Tax – General Article that relate to the alcoholic beverage tax;
(5) on–premises possession by a retail dealer, other than a holder of a Class E, Class F, or Class G license, of an alcoholic beverage on which the tax imposed by § 5–102 of the Tax – General Article has not been paid;
(6) violation of § 2–216 or § 2–315 of this article;
(7) willful failure of a license holder or permit holder to:
(i) keep the records required under this article or under provisions of the Tax – General Article that relate to the alcoholic beverage tax; or
(ii) allow inspection of the records by an authorized person;
(8) on–premises possession of an alcoholic beverage that a license holder or permit holder, other than a holder of a Class E, Class F, or Class G license, is not licensed to sell;
(9) revocation or suspension of a permit issued to a license holder or permit holder by the federal Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau or for conviction of violating a federal law relating to alcoholic beverages;
(10) failure to furnish bond as required by this article within 15 days after notice from the Comptroller; and
(11) violation of § 3–604 of this subtitle.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 3-603
What does Maryland Code § 3-603 cover?
Section 3-603 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 § 3-603?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 3-603" (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 § 3-603 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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