Maryland Statutes
Subtitle 4 - Manufacturer's Licenses
Section 31-405 - Beer Sale on Credit to Retail Dealer Prohibited

(a)    This section and § 2–215 of this article do not apply to a:
        (1)    club that is the holder of a Class C beer, wine, and liquor license; or
        (2)    hotel that is the holder of a Class B beer, wine, and liquor license.
    (b)    (1)    A cash deposit for a returnable container shall be required at the time of sale or delivery of beer.
        (2)    For purposes of construing § 2–215 of this article:
            (i)    a check accepted for payment that is not postdated and is promptly deposited for collection is considered cash; and
            (ii)    a check that is given in payment for alcoholic beverages to a holder of the license, and is returned uncollected, is prima facie evidence in a civil case of a violation of this section or § 2–215 of this article.
    (c)    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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