§ 29-303. Membership

MD Alcoholic B Code § 29-303 (2019) (N/A)
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(a)    The Governor shall appoint three members to the Liquor Control Board.

(b)    Each member of the Liquor Control Board shall be:

(1)    a resident and voter in the county; and

(2)    an individual of high character, integrity, and recognized business capacity.

(c)    (1)    A member of the Liquor Control Board may not:

(i)    have a direct or indirect financial interest in the manufacture, purchase, or sale of alcoholic beverages; or

(ii)    derive profit or remuneration from the purchase or sale of alcoholic beverages other than the salary payable for the discharge of the duties of the office.

(2)    A person who violates this subsection is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 3 years or a fine not exceeding $2,000 or both.

(d)    The term of a member is 4 years and begins on June 1.

(e)    If a vacancy occurs, it shall be filled for the unexpired term in the same manner as the original appointment.