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Maryland Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 20-205

Current as of January 01, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

(a) The Board may appoint:

(1) one chief inspector; and

(2) not more than:

(i) one full-time inspector in addition to the chief alcoholic beverages inspector; or

(ii) two part-time inspectors.

(b) To qualify for appointment as an inspector of any type, an individual shall:

(1) be of high moral character; and

(2) possess a sound reputation for sobriety, honesty, and integrity.

(c)(1) An inspector of any type shall:

(i) receive the compensation set by the governing body of the county and provided for in the county budget;

(ii) be reimbursed for reasonable expenses; and

(iii) receive reimbursement for mileage at the standard rate set by the governing body of the county.

(2) Reimbursement for mileage does not include travel to and from the inspector's home and office.

(d)(1) An inspector of any type:

(i) may issue a civil citation as allowed under § 20-2603 of this title; and

(ii) shall:

1. possess the power of a peace officer in the State arising out of or relating to the enforcement of this article;

2. submit monthly reports in writing to the Board of the inspector's activities, setting forth complaints or violations that the inspector observed or that were reported to the inspector;

3. assist the Board to enforce the alcoholic beverages laws; and

4. have any other duties that the Board requires.

(2) The chief inspector shall determine the hours and assignments of all inspectors.

(e) The restrictions and penalty under § 20-202(c) of this subtitle regarding direct and indirect interests of members of the Board in alcoholic beverages activities apply to full-time and part-time inspectors.

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