Maryland Statutes
Subtitle 5 - Wholesaler's Licenses
Section 31-504 - Beer Sale on Credit to Retail Dealer Prohibited

(a)    This section and § 2–314 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)    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 is considered cash; and
        (3)    a check that is given in payment for beer to a holder of the license, and is returned uncollected, is prima facie evidence of a violation by the wholesaler of § 2–314 of this article.
    (c)    A suit or civil action to enforce or collect a claim for credit extended or enforce payment of a check given for payment in violation of this section may not be maintained in the State.
    (d)    A person who violates § 2–314 of this article 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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