§ 20-1603. Prohibition against chain stores, supermarkets, discount houses, and franchised establishments

MD Alcoholic B Code § 20-1603 (2019) (N/A)
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A Class A license may not be issued for, transferred to, used in conjunction with, or used at the location of:

(1)    a chain store;

(2)    a supermarket;

(3)    a discount house; or

(4)    a franchised establishment:

(i)    that is operated under an agreement between a franchisee and franchisor that permits the franchisee to conduct a business or sell a product or service under a name or mark, in accordance with the methods and procedures set out by the franchisor; and

(ii)    for which the franchisor assists the franchisee through advertising, promotion, or other services.