Maryland Statutes
Subtitle 5 - Wholesaler's Licenses
Section 26-504 - Beer Sale on Credit to Retail Dealer Prohibited

(a)    For purposes of applying § 2–314 of this article:
        (1)    a cash deposit for a returnable container shall be required at the time of sale or delivery of beer;
        (2)    a check accepted for payment that is not postdated and is promptly deposited for collection by the license holder is considered cash; and
        (3)    a check that is given in payment for beer to a license holder and is returned uncollected, is prima facie evidence of a violation by the wholesaler of § 2–314 of this article.
    (b)    A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 6 months or a fine not exceeding $500 or both.

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